Extension plans and drawings across North Shields
For North Shields homeowners we handle extension plans and drawings, with fees agreed in writing before any work starts.
- Guide price in North ShieldsFrom £1,050 inc VAT
- PlanningWe find the right route for you
- Timescale2–6 weeks for drawings
- Postcode districtsNE25, NE26, NE27, NE29, NE30
Included in a typical project
- Building regulations drawings and specification
- 3D views to check the look and the light (full pack)
- Two or three layout options to compare
- Structural calculations from an engineer (full pack)
- Measured survey of the house and garden
- Planning drawings: existing and proposed plans and elevations, site and location plans
Extensions in and around North Shields
Postcode districts we cover around North Shields include NE25, NE26, NE27, NE29, NE30, NE33. Nearby, we also take on projects in Tynemouth (1 mile), South Shields (1 mile), Whitley Bay (2 miles), Jarrow (3 miles).
Cramlington, in Northumberland, is roughly 7 miles from North Shields and also on our list. Across the North East, houses often have rear yards or modest gardens, so compact, well-lit single-storey extensions make the biggest difference.
Planning rules that apply in North Shields
In England the main routes are permitted development (ideally confirmed with a lawful development certificate, £274), larger home extension prior approval (£249, 42 days) and a householder planning application (£548, normally 8 weeks), with council fees as set from 1 April 2026.
Homes in conservation areas, national parks, National Landscapes (formerly AONBs), the Broads and World Heritage Sites have tighter rules, so we always check the property's status and planning history before design starts.
Building over or within 3 m of a public sewer needs the water company's consent, usually through a build-over agreement, before the foundations go in.
If the work involves a shared wall, building on the boundary, or digging foundations within 3 m (sometimes 6 m) of a neighbour's building, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies and notice must be served before work starts: two months for work to a party wall, one month for new walls on the boundary and for excavations.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
What it costs in North Shields
Fees below are our North Shields guide (×0.91, the North East England factor), including VAT. Council and building control fees are extra.
| Option | What it covers | Guide price |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Measured survey and planning drawings | £1,050 – £2,050 |
| Standard | Planning drawings plus building regulations drawings | £2,000 – £3,500 |
| Premium | Full pack with structural calculations and 3D visuals | £3,050 – £5,050 |
Try the guide-price tool to see a range for your own size and finish.
From first visit to completion
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
A designer visits, takes measurements and photos, and discusses layouts, budget and timing with you.
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
Work is carried out to the agreed programme, inspected by building control and signed off at the end.
Common questions in North Shields
Who do I contract with in North Shields?
Your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd, which designs and manages the project and the build teams who carry it out.
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for North Shields, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
Will my neighbours in North Shields be involved?
If a planning application or prior approval is needed, the council notifies neighbours. If the work is on or near a shared boundary, party wall notices may also be needed.
Can I use your drawings with another builder?
Yes. Once paid for, the drawings are yours to use for your project.
How much do extension plans cost?
Our design packs range from about £1,050 to £5,050 including VAT, from planning drawings only to a full pack with building regulations drawings, structural calculations and 3D views. Council fees are separate.
Book a free site visit in North Shields
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
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Book a free site visit
Tell us a little about the project and we will arrange a time.