Extension plans and drawings in Neath
Need extension plans and drawings in Neath? We survey the house, prepare what the council needs and deal with the officers until a decision is made.
- Guide price in NeathFrom £1,100 inc VAT
- PlanningWe find the right route for you
- Timescale2–6 weeks for drawings
- Postcode districtsSA10, SA11
Working in Neath
We cover Neath and the postcode districts SA10, SA11. The same team covers Briton Ferry (2 miles), Clydach (4 miles), Swansea (7 miles), Gorseinon (10 miles), all within easy reach.
Just over the Mid Glamorgan border, Maesteg is about 7 miles away. Welsh housing ranges from stone terraces in the valleys to render-and-slate houses and modern estates, and the Welsh planning rules differ from England's in several places.
Who this service is for
- Homeowners at the very start of a project
- Projects that need a planning application or other approval
- Anyone who wants fixed designs before getting build prices
Fees in Neath
These are guide fees for Neath, adjusted for Wales (×0.93) and including VAT. Council application and inspection fees are paid separately.
| Option | What it covers | Guide price |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Measured survey and planning drawings | £1,100 – £2,050 |
| Standard | Planning drawings plus building regulations drawings | £2,000 – £3,550 |
| Premium | Full pack with structural calculations and 3D visuals | £3,150 – £5,150 |
For a figure based on your own dimensions, use our guide-price tool.
Will the council need to approve it?
In Wales the routes are permitted development (a lawful development certificate is available), or a householder planning application to the council. Wales has no prior approval scheme for larger rear extensions, and fees are set by the Welsh Government.
Homes in conservation areas, national parks, National Landscapes (AONBs) and World Heritage Sites have tighter rules, so we always check the property's status and planning history before design starts.
Building regulations approval is separate from planning. Wales has its own building regulations and approved documents; the council or a registered building control approver checks the plans, inspects the work and issues a completion certificate.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your county or county borough council, or the national park authority).
What happens next
Site visits are free and there is no obligation. Where drawings are needed, the design stage is priced in writing before it starts.
Free site visit
It starts with a visit to your house to measure, check access and talk through ideas and budget.
Design and approvals
We draw the design, agree it with you and handle planning or permitted development checks and building regulations.
Fixed written price
We confirm the build price in writing, based on the approved drawings and the finishes you have chosen.
Build and sign-off
We build it with one project manager, book the building control inspections and hand over the completion certificate.
Questions answered
How long does this take for a Neath home?
2–6 weeks for drawings, depending on the council and the complexity of the project.
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Neath, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
Do you cover all of Neath?
Yes. We cover Neath and the surrounding parts of West Glamorgan. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
Can I use your drawings with another builder?
Yes. Once paid for, the drawings are yours to use for your project.
Do I need an architect?
Not necessarily. For most extensions an experienced designer or architectural technologist is enough. For listed buildings or complex sites an architect’s input can help.
Book a free site visit in Neath
We will measure up, check the planning position and give you honest guide figures.
- Free, no-obligation site visit
- Planning route checked before you spend on drawings
- Written price once the design is agreed
- Building control sign-off at the end
Prefer to talk? Call 0800 088 6341 or .
Book a free site visit
Tell us a little about the project and we will arrange a time.