Porch extensions in Manchester
If you live in Manchester and want more space without moving, a porch extension is one of the most practical ways to get it. We handle the drawings, approvals and the build.
- Guide price in ManchesterFrom £3,800 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually permitted development under 3 m²
- Build time2–4 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsM1, M2, M3, M4, M15
Local to Manchester
Postcode districts we cover around Manchester include M1, M2, M3, M4, M15, M60. Nearby, we also take on projects in Salford (2 miles), Failsworth (3 miles), Droylsden (4 miles), Stretford (4 miles).
Just over the Cheshire border, Wilmslow is about 11 miles away. Across the North West, terraced houses with small rear yards suit compact rear and side return extensions, while suburban semis have room for more.
Planning rules that apply in Manchester
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.
The planning position for a specific Manchester address depends on its history and any designations, which is why we check it at the first visit.
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).
Included in a typical project
- Brick, render or oak frame walls
- Front door, glazing and electrics
- 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.
Guide prices for Manchester
Labour and material costs vary across the UK, so for Manchester we use our North West England factor (×0.95). 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 | £3,800 – £6,200 |
| Standard | Brick porch with tiled roof and composite door | £5,700 – £9,050 |
| Premium | Larger porch with WC or oak frame and premium glazing | £8,550 – £14,250 |
Want a range for your exact size? The guide-price tool takes about a minute.
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
First, a site visit: we look at the house, garden, access and drains and listen to what you need.
Design and approvals
We produce the drawings and structural design, and manage the approvals so they are in place before work starts.
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
Do I need building regulations approval in Manchester?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Manchester, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
Who do I contract with for a porch extension in Manchester?
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 £3,800 to £14,250 including VAT, depending on size, materials and whether it includes a WC.
Book a free site visit in Manchester
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.