Side extensions in Paignton
If you live in Paignton and want more space without moving, a side extension is one of the most practical ways to get it. We handle the drawings, approvals and the build.
- Guide price in PaigntonFrom £22,000 inc VAT
- PlanningSingle storey can be permitted development
- Build time10–18 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsTQ1, TQ2, TQ3, TQ4, TQ5
Planning rules that apply in Paignton
In England a single-storey side extension can be permitted development if it is no more than 4 m high and no wider than half the width of the original house. Two-storey side extensions, and any side extension on designated land such as a conservation area, need a householder planning application.
Before any drawing is finalised we check whether the house is listed, in a conservation area or subject to an Article 4 direction.
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.
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.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
Working in Paignton
Postcode districts we cover around Paignton include TQ1, TQ2, TQ3, TQ4, TQ5. Nearby, we also take on projects in Torquay (3 miles), Newton Abbot (7 miles), Exmouth (15 miles), Exeter (20 miles).
Just over the Cornwall border, Launceston is about 39 miles away. In the South West, local stone, render and brick vary from town to town, so matching materials is a big part of designing an extension that looks right.
When a side extension makes sense
- Detached and semi-detached houses with side land
- Homes needing a utility, study or ground-floor bedroom
- Houses where the rear garden is small
Councils often prefer side extensions to sit slightly back from the front of the house with a lower roof, so the original building still reads clearly. We design to those principles from the start to avoid redesigns.
What should I budget for a side extension in Paignton?
Labour and material costs vary across the UK, so for Paignton we use our South West England factor (×1.02). The ranges include VAT and exclude design, structural and council fees.
Typical rates in Paignton: £1,780 to £3,470 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 m × 5 m 12 m² | £22,000 – £27,000 | £25,000 – £32,500 | £31,500 – £42,000 |
| 3 m × 6 m 18 m² | £32,000 – £39,000 | £37,500 – £49,000 | £47,500 – £62,500 |
| 3 m × 8 m 24 m² | £42,500 – £51,500 | £50,000 – £65,000 | £63,500 – £83,500 |
For a figure based on your own dimensions, use our guide-price tool.
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
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
The price is fixed in writing once the design is settled, with a clear programme and payment stages.
Build and sign-off
Our team builds the extension, keeps you updated weekly and finishes with building control sign-off.
Side extension questions answered
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Paignton, 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 Paignton?
Yes. We cover Paignton and the surrounding parts of Devon. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
How long does a side extension take to build in Paignton?
On site, typically 10 to 18 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 6–14 weeks design and approvals.
How close to the boundary can I build?
It depends on height. In England, within 2 m of a boundary the eaves must not exceed 3 m under permitted development. Building on the boundary is possible but brings party wall and maintenance access issues we plan for.
How much does a side extension cost?
Our guide range is about £1,780 to £3,470 per m² including VAT, depending on specification, so a standard 18 m² single-storey side extension lands around £37,500 to £49,000 in Paignton.
Book a free site visit in Paignton
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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