Extension plans and drawings across Stirling
For Stirling homeowners we handle extension plans and drawings, with fees agreed in writing before any work starts.
- Guide price in StirlingFrom £1,150 inc VAT
- PlanningWe find the right route for you
- Timescale2–6 weeks for drawings
- Postcode districtsFK7, FK9
Planning and approvals in Stirling
In Scotland the questions are whether the extension falls within householder permitted development (Classes 1A to 1D) or needs planning permission from the council, and the building warrant, which is required before construction begins and is followed by a completion certificate.
In a conservation area or national scenic area the householder permitted development rights are more limited, listed homes need listed building consent, and if rights have been removed by a condition or direction, any extension needs an application.
In Scotland a building warrant from the council is needed before work starts on almost any extension, and a completion certificate is issued when the work is accepted. Building standards are set in the Scottish technical handbooks.
Applications are decided by your council as planning authority.
When it helps
- Projects that need a planning application or other approval
- Anyone who wants fixed designs before getting build prices
- Homeowners at the very start of a project
Fees in Stirling
Fees below are our Stirling guide (×0.98, the Scotland factor), including VAT. Council and building control fees are extra.
| Option | What it covers | Guide price |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Measured survey and planning drawings | £1,150 – £2,200 |
| Standard | Planning drawings plus building regulations drawings | £2,150 – £3,750 |
| Premium | Full pack with structural calculations and 3D visuals | £3,300 – £5,400 |
For a figure based on your own dimensions, use our guide-price tool.
Local to Stirling
Across FK7, FK9, we can visit, measure and advise. Neighbouring towns we cover include Alloa (6 miles), Falkirk (10 miles), Grangemouth (11 miles).
Cumbernauld, in Lanarkshire, is roughly 12 miles from Stirling and also on our list. Across Scotland, extensions follow Scottish planning and building standards, including the building warrant process, which we build into the programme from the start.
Our process, step by step
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
The price is fixed in writing once the design is settled, with a clear programme and payment stages.
Build and sign-off
Our team builds the extension, keeps you updated weekly and finishes with building control sign-off.
Common questions in Stirling
How long does this take for a Stirling home?
2–6 weeks for drawings, depending on the council and the complexity of the project.
Do you cover all of Stirling?
Yes. We cover Stirling and the surrounding parts of Forth Valley. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
Do I need building regulations approval in Stirling?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. In Scotland that means a building warrant before work starts.
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 £1,150 to £5,400 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 Stirling
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.