Pitched roof extensions for homes in Gwynedd
If you live in Gwynedd and want more space without moving, a pitched roof extension is one of the most practical ways to get it. We handle the drawings, approvals and the build.
- Guide priceFrom £20,500 inc VAT
- PlanningWelsh permitted development rules (rear up to 4 m)
- Towns covered4
- Site visitFree, no obligation
Towns in Gwynedd
Local to Gwynedd
Towns we cover in Gwynedd include Bangor, Gwynedd, Caernarfon, Holyhead, Llangefni. 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.
Planning and approvals in Gwynedd
In Wales a single-storey rear extension can usually project up to 4 m beyond the rear wall without a planning application, if it is no more than 4 m high, keeps eaves to 3 m and overall height to 4 m within 2 m of a boundary, and covers no more than half the land around the original house. Wales has no larger home extension prior approval scheme.
In a conservation area, national park, National Landscape or World Heritage Site the permitted development limits are tighter (no side or two-storey extensions without an application). Listed homes need listed building consent, and if permitted development rights have been removed, any extension needs an application.
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies in Wales as in England: notice must be served before work to a shared wall, building on the boundary, or excavating close to a neighbour's foundations.
Building over or within 3 m of a public sewer needs the water company's consent before the foundations go in.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your county or county borough council, or the national park authority).
What should I budget for a pitched roof extension in Gwynedd?
Prices below are for Gwynedd, using the Wales factor of ×0.93. They are guide ranges including VAT for the build only, not a quote.
Typical rates in Gwynedd: £1,720 to £3,260 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 m × 4 m 12 m² | £20,500 – £24,000 | £23,500 – £31,000 | £30,500 – £39,500 |
| 4 m × 5 m 20 m² | £34,000 – £40,000 | £39,500 – £51,500 | £51,000 – £65,500 |
| 5 m × 6 m 30 m² | £51,500 – £60,000 | £59,500 – £77,000 | £76,500 – £98,000 |
For a figure based on your own dimensions, use our guide-price tool.
What is included
- Vaulted ceilings or flat ceilings with storage above
- Roof windows positioned for light and ventilation
- Roof design matched to the existing pitch and tiles
- Insulation to current building regulations
- Lead or proprietary flashings to the main wall
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
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
We build it with one project manager, book the building control inspections and hand over the completion certificate.
Pitched roof extension questions answered
Will my neighbours in Gwynedd be involved?
If a planning application is needed, the council notifies neighbours. If the work is on or near a shared boundary, party wall notices may also be needed.
How long does a pitched roof extension take to build in Gwynedd?
On site, typically 10 to 16 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 6–12 weeks design and approvals.
Do you cover all of Gwynedd?
Yes, across the whole of Gwynedd. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
How much does a pitched roof extension cost?
Our guide range is about £1,720 to £3,260 per m² including VAT, a little more than a flat roof because of the roof structure and tiles.
Is a pitched roof better than a flat roof?
Neither is better in all cases. Pitched roofs blend with traditional houses and shed water quickly; flat roofs give more headroom and suit modern designs and lanterns.
Book a free site visit in Gwynedd
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.