Pitched roof extensions across Tewkesbury
If you live in Tewkesbury 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 price in TewkesburyFrom £22,500 inc VAT
- PlanningOften permitted development (3–4 m), or prior approval up to 6–8 m
- Build time10–16 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsGL20
Do I need planning permission in Tewkesbury?
In England a single-storey rear extension can usually go up to 3 m beyond the original rear wall of a semi-detached or terraced house, or 4 m on a detached house, without a planning application, provided it is no more than 4 m high, keeps eaves to 3 m within 2 m of a boundary and, with other buildings, covers no more than half the land around the original house. The larger home extension prior approval scheme raises those depths to 6 m and 8 m, with neighbours notified and a 42-day decision.
The planning position for a specific Tewkesbury 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.
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.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
Local to Tewkesbury
Site visits are available across Tewkesbury (GL20). Neighbouring towns we cover include Cheltenham (7 miles), Gloucester (9 miles), Stroud (17 miles), Cirencester (21 miles).
Just over the Worcestershire border, Malvern is about 11 miles away. In the South West, local stone, render and brick vary from town to town, so matching materials is a big part of designing an extension that looks right.
What should I budget for a pitched roof extension in Tewkesbury?
Prices below are for Tewkesbury, using the South West England factor of ×1.02. They are guide ranges including VAT for the build only, not a quote.
Typical rates in Tewkesbury: £1,890 to £3,570 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 m × 4 m 12 m² | £22,500 – £26,500 | £26,000 – £34,000 | £33,500 – £43,000 |
| 4 m × 5 m 20 m² | £37,500 – £44,000 | £43,500 – £56,500 | £56,000 – £71,500 |
| 5 m × 6 m 30 m² | £56,500 – £66,000 | £65,500 – £84,500 | £84,000 – £107,500 |
Try the guide-price tool to see a range for your own size and finish.
Is a pitched roof extension right for your house?
- Homeowners who prefer a vaulted ceiling
- Conservation-sensitive streets
- Traditional, period and rural houses
Matching tiles is harder than it sounds. We source reclaimed or closest-match tiles where the originals are no longer made and agree samples with you before ordering.
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
First, a site visit: we look at the house, garden, access and drains and listen to what you need.
Design and approvals
Drawings are prepared and agreed with you, then submitted for the right planning route and building regulations approval.
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.
Questions people ask about pitched roof extensions
Do I need building regulations approval in Tewkesbury?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
Will my neighbours in Tewkesbury 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 you cover all of Tewkesbury?
Yes. We cover Tewkesbury and the surrounding parts of Gloucestershire. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
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.
How much does a pitched roof extension cost?
Our guide range is about £1,890 to £3,570 per m² including VAT, a little more than a flat roof because of the roof structure and tiles.
Book a free site visit in Tewkesbury
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.