Porch extensions in Willesden
Planning a porch extension in Willesden? We survey the house, work out the planning route, draw the design and build it, so you deal with one team from the first visit to the completion certificate.
- Guide price in WillesdenFrom £5,200 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually permitted development under 3 m²
- Build time2–4 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsNW2, NW6, NW10, W9, W10
What is included
- Planning check against the porch limits
- Brick, render or oak frame walls
- Tiled, slate or flat roof
- Foundations and drainage for rainwater
- Design to suit the house style
Do I need planning permission in Willesden?
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.
Homes in conservation areas, national parks, National Landscapes (formerly AONBs), the Broads and World Heritage Sites have tighter rules, so we always check the property's status and planning history before design starts.
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.
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).
Local to Willesden
We cover Willesden and the postcode districts NW2, NW6, NW10, W9, W10, W12. Neighbouring towns we cover include Harlesden (1 mile), Cricklewood (2 miles), Notting Hill (2 miles), Shepherds Bush (2 miles).
Borehamwood, in Hertfordshire, is roughly 9 miles from Willesden and also on our list. In London, space is at a premium and gardens are often short, so side returns, wraparounds and carefully planned rear extensions tend to make the most of every metre.
What should I budget for a porch extension in Willesden?
For Willesden we adjust our national guide rates by ×1.3, the factor we use for London. 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 | £5,200 – £8,450 |
| Standard | Brick porch with tiled roof and composite door | £7,800 – £12,350 |
| Premium | Larger porch with WC or oak frame and premium glazing | £11,700 – £19,500 |
For a figure based on your own dimensions, use our guide-price tool.
How the project works
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
You receive a written, itemised price and programme. Nothing starts until you are happy with it.
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
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Willesden, 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 Willesden?
Yes. We cover Willesden and the surrounding parts of Greater London. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
Will my neighbours in Willesden 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 £5,200 to £19,500 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 Willesden
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.