Porch extensions across Cirencester
Cirencester homeowners can use us for the whole porch extension project: survey, design, planning or permitted development checks, building regulations and the build itself.
- Guide price in CirencesterFrom £4,050 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually permitted development under 3 m²
- Build time2–4 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsGL7
Do I need planning permission in Cirencester?
In England a porch is usually permitted development if its ground floor area is no more than 3 m² measured externally, no part is over 3 m high, and no part is within 2 m of a boundary next to a road.
In a conservation area, national park, National Landscape, the Broads or a 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.
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).
Covering Cirencester
Across GL7, we can visit, measure and advise. Neighbouring towns we cover include Stroud (10 miles), Cheltenham (13 miles), Gloucester (15 miles), Dursley (17 miles).
For homes towards Wiltshire, Swindon is around 14 miles away. South West homes range from terraced streets in the cities to stone cottages and bungalows in the countryside, and conservation areas are common in historic centres.
What is included
- Foundations and drainage for rainwater
- Brick, render or oak frame walls
- Front door, glazing and electrics
- Planning check against the porch limits
- Tiled, slate or flat roof
- Design to suit the house style
Proportion matters on a porch more than on any other extension, because it is at the front. We match the roof pitch and brick and keep the front door in proportion with the house windows.
What should I budget for a porch extension in Cirencester?
Prices below are for Cirencester, using the South West England factor of ×1.02. They are guide ranges including VAT for the build only, not a quote.
| Option | What it covers | Guide price |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Small brick or glazed porch, up to 3 m² | £4,050 – £6,650 |
| Standard | Brick porch with tiled roof and composite door | £6,100 – £9,700 |
| Premium | Larger porch with WC or oak frame and premium glazing | £9,150 – £15,300 |
Try the guide-price tool to see a range for your own size and finish.
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
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.
Questions people ask about porch extensions
Who do I contract with for a porch extension in Cirencester?
Your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd, which designs and manages the project and the build teams who carry it out.
Do you cover all of Cirencester?
Yes. We cover Cirencester and the surrounding parts of Gloucestershire. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
Will my neighbours in Cirencester 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.
How much does a porch cost?
Our guide range is about £4,050 to £15,300 including VAT, depending on size, materials and whether it includes a WC.
Do I need planning permission for a porch?
In England a porch is usually permitted development if its ground floor area is no more than 3 m² (measured externally), no part is higher than 3 m, and no part is within 2 m of a boundary next to a highway. Other nations have similar but separate rules.
Book a free site visit in Cirencester
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.