Orangery extensions for homes in Fareham
Fareham homeowners can use us for the whole orangery extension project: survey, design, planning or permitted development checks, building regulations and the build itself.
- Guide price in FarehamFrom £33,500 inc VAT
- PlanningSame limits as single-storey rear; glazing checked for building regs
- Build time10–16 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsPO13, PO14, PO15, PO16, PO17
Extensions in and around Fareham
We cover Fareham and the postcode districts PO13, PO14, PO15, PO16, PO17. Neighbouring towns we cover include Gosport (4 miles), Portsmouth (5 miles), Waterlooville (7 miles), Havant (8 miles).
For homes towards Isle of Wight, Cowes is around 8 miles away. The South East has a broad mix of 1930s semis, post-war estates, newer developments and period cottages, and many houses have enough garden for a generous rear extension.
Planning rules that apply in Fareham
In England a glazed or orangery-style extension follows the same size limits as any single-storey rear extension: 3 m or 4 m without an application, or up to 6 m and 8 m through prior approval. Building regulations limit glazing to about a quarter of the new floor area plus the openings it replaces, unless whole-house calculations show the design still performs.
The planning position for a specific Fareham address depends on its history and any designations, which is why we check it at the first visit.
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.
Building regulations approval is separate from planning. In England you can use the council's building control team or a registered building control approver; a full plans application gets the drawings checked before work starts, and the inspector signs the work off with a completion certificate.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
What should I budget for an orangery extension in Fareham?
These guide figures apply our South East England adjustment (×1.12) to national rates. They include VAT at 20% and cover the build itself; design and council fees are listed separately.
Typical rates in Fareham: £2,690 to £5,040 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 m × 4 m 12 m² | £33,500 – £41,000 | £37,500 – £47,500 | £45,500 – £60,500 |
| 4 m × 4 m 16 m² | £43,000 – £52,000 | £50,000 – £63,000 | £60,500 – £81,000 |
| 4 m × 6 m 24 m² | £64,500 – £78,000 | £75,000 – £94,500 | £91,000 – £121,000 |
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Is an orangery extension right for your house?
- Homeowners replacing an older conservatory
- Those who want daylight without overheating
- Period and detached houses with a garden view
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
A designer visits, takes measurements and photos, and discusses layouts, budget and timing with you.
Design and approvals
Drawings are prepared and agreed with you, then submitted for the right planning route and building regulations approval.
Fixed written price
With the design and specification agreed, you get a fixed written price and a start date.
Build and sign-off
The build is managed from start to finish, inspected at each stage and signed off on completion.
Orangery extension questions answered
How long does an orangery extension take to build in Fareham?
On site, typically 10 to 16 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 6–12 weeks design and approvals.
Do I need building regulations approval in Fareham?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
Do you cover all of Fareham?
Yes. We cover Fareham and the surrounding parts of Hampshire. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
What is the difference between an orangery and a conservatory?
An orangery has a solid roof perimeter with a central lantern and more solid wall, so it is warmer and more like a room. A conservatory is mostly glass. Building regulations treat a heated orangery joined to the house as an extension.
Will an orangery be too hot in summer?
Not if it is designed with solar-control glass, a solid perimeter and ventilation. We size the lantern and opening vents with that in mind.
Book a free site visit in Fareham
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.