Porch extensions across Ely
From the first sketch to final sign-off, we plan and build porch extensions in Ely and the surrounding Cambridgeshire area.
- Guide price in ElyFrom £4,200 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually permitted development under 3 m²
- Build time2–4 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsCB6
Covering Ely
Across CB6, we can visit, measure and advise. The same team covers March (13 miles), Cambridge (15 miles), Wisbech (19 miles), Huntingdon (20 miles), all within easy reach.
For homes towards Suffolk, Newmarket is around 12 miles away. The East of England mixes market-town terraces, inter-war semis and modern estates. Clay soils are common in parts of the region, which can affect foundation design.
Included in a typical project
- Tiled, slate or flat roof
- Brick, render or oak frame walls
- Design to suit the house style
- Foundations and drainage for rainwater
Will the council need to approve it?
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 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).
How much does a porch extension cost in Ely?
Labour and material costs vary across the UK, so for Ely we use our East of England factor (×1.06). The ranges include VAT and exclude design, structural and council fees.
| Option | What it covers | Guide price |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Small brick or glazed porch, up to 3 m² | £4,200 – £6,900 |
| Standard | Brick porch with tiled roof and composite door | £6,350 – £10,100 |
| Premium | Larger porch with WC or oak frame and premium glazing | £9,500 – £15,900 |
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
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
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 porch extensions
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Ely, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
Do you cover all of Ely?
Yes. We cover Ely and the surrounding parts of Cambridgeshire. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
Who do I contract with for a porch extension in Ely?
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.
How much does a porch cost?
Our guide range is about £4,200 to £15,900 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 Ely
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.