Lowestoft porch extensions, designed and built
Lowestoft 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 LowestoftFrom £4,200 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually permitted development under 3 m²
- Build time2–4 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsNR32, NR33
Planning rules that apply in Lowestoft
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.
If the work involves a shared wall, building on the boundary, or digging foundations within 3 m (sometimes 6 m) of a neighbour's building, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies and notice must be served before work starts: two months for work to a party wall, one month for new walls on the boundary and for excavations.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
Porch extension prices in Lowestoft
For Lowestoft we adjust our national guide rates by ×1.06, the factor we use for East of England. Figures include VAT; your written quote after the survey replaces them.
| 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.
Covering Lowestoft
We cover Lowestoft and the postcode districts NR32, NR33. We also work in nearby Woodbridge (31 miles), Stowmarket (37 miles), Ipswich (38 miles), Felixstowe (39 miles).
Great Yarmouth, in Norfolk, is roughly 9 miles from Lowestoft and also on our list. Across the East of England many houses sit on generous plots, and single-storey and wraparound extensions are a natural fit.
Is a porch extension right for your house?
- Busy hallways with no storage
- Homes wanting better kerb appeal
- Front doors that open straight into a living room
From first visit to completion
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
The build is managed from start to finish, inspected at each stage and signed off on completion.
Common questions in Lowestoft
Do you cover all of Lowestoft?
Yes. We cover Lowestoft and the surrounding parts of Suffolk. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
How long does a porch extension take to build in Lowestoft?
On site, typically 2 to 4 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 2–8 weeks design and approvals.
Who do I contract with for a porch extension in Lowestoft?
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 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.
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.
Book a free site visit in Lowestoft
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.