Orangery extensions in Leicester
A orangery extension in Leicester starts with the right design and the right approval route. We take care of both, then build it with our own project management.
- Guide price in LeicesterFrom £28,500 inc VAT
- PlanningSame limits as single-storey rear; glazing checked for building regs
- Build time10–16 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsLE1, LE2, LE3, LE4, LE5
What is included
- Opening into the main house
- Foundations, walls and insulated perimeter roof
- Thermal calculations where glazing is generous
- Heating sized for the glass area
The lantern-to-roof ratio sets the character. A wider solid perimeter gives a calmer, more room-like space and hides downlights and speakers; a bigger lantern feels brighter but needs more care against summer heat.
Do I need planning permission in Leicester?
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 Leicester address depends on its history and any designations, which is why we check it at the first visit.
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).
How much does an orangery extension cost in Leicester?
For Leicester we adjust our national guide rates by ×0.95, the factor we use for East Midlands. Figures include VAT; your written quote after the survey replaces them.
Typical rates in Leicester: £2,280 to £4,280 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 m × 4 m 12 m² | £28,500 – £34,500 | £31,500 – £40,000 | £38,500 – £51,500 |
| 4 m × 4 m 16 m² | £36,000 – £44,500 | £42,500 – £53,500 | £51,500 – £68,500 |
| 4 m × 6 m 24 m² | £54,500 – £66,500 | £63,500 – £80,000 | £77,500 – £103,000 |
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Working in Leicester
Our survey diary covers Leicester, including LE1, LE2, LE3, LE4, LE5, LE7. Nearby, we also take on projects in Oadby (3 miles), Wigston (4 miles), Earl Shilton (9 miles), Loughborough (9 miles).
Homes across the East Midlands often have usable side land or a driveway beside the house, which opens up side and wraparound options.
How the project works
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
Once the layout is agreed, we deal with the council: planning permission or written confirmation that none is needed, plus building control.
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.
Your questions about an orangery extension in Leicester
Will my neighbours in Leicester 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.
Do I need building regulations approval in Leicester?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
Do you cover all of Leicester?
Yes. We cover Leicester and the surrounding parts of Leicestershire. 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.
Does an orangery need planning permission?
It follows the same size limits as other single-storey extensions. In England many fit within permitted development or prior approval; others need an application.
Book a free site visit in Leicester
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.