Single-storey rear extensions in Chessington
Chessington homeowners can use us for the whole single-storey extension project: survey, design, planning or permitted development checks, building regulations and the build itself.
- Guide price in ChessingtonFrom £27,000 inc VAT
- PlanningOften permitted development (3–4 m), or prior approval up to 6–8 m
- Build time10–16 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsKT6, KT9
Do I need planning permission in Chessington?
In England a single-storey rear extension can usually go up to 3 m beyond the original rear wall of a semi-detached or terraced house, or 4 m on a detached house, without a planning application, provided it is no more than 4 m high, keeps eaves to 3 m within 2 m of a boundary and, with other buildings, covers no more than half the land around the original house. The larger home extension prior approval scheme raises those depths to 6 m and 8 m, with neighbours notified and a 42-day decision.
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.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
What should I budget for a single-storey extension in Chessington?
Prices below are for Chessington, using the London factor of ×1.3. They are guide ranges including VAT for the build only, not a quote.
Typical rates in Chessington: £2,280 to £4,420 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 m × 4 m 12 m² | £27,000 – £32,000 | £31,500 – £41,000 | £40,500 – £53,500 |
| 4 m × 5 m 20 m² | £45,500 – £53,500 | £53,000 – £68,000 | £67,500 – £88,500 |
| 5 m × 6 m 30 m² | £68,000 – £80,000 | £79,500 – £101,500 | £101,000 – £133,000 |
For a figure based on your own dimensions, use our guide-price tool.
Who a single-storey extension suits
- Terraced houses that want a deeper kitchen across the full width
- Homeowners who want open-plan living onto the garden
- Semi-detached and detached houses with a usable rear garden
Covering Chessington
We cover Chessington and the postcode districts KT6, KT9. We also work in nearby Hook (0 miles), Surbiton (2 miles), Worcester Park (3 miles), New Malden (3 miles).
For homes towards Surrey, Ewell is around 3 miles away. London's housing is dominated by Victorian and Edwardian terraces, many with a rear outrigger and a side return, and 1930s semis in the outer boroughs. Conservation areas are common, so the planning check comes first.
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
It starts with a visit to your house to measure, check access and talk through ideas and budget.
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
We build it with one project manager, book the building control inspections and hand over the completion certificate.
Single-storey extension questions answered
Do you cover all of Chessington?
Yes. We cover Chessington and the surrounding parts of Greater London. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
Who do I contract with for a single-storey extension in Chessington?
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 long does a single-storey extension take to build in Chessington?
On site, typically 10 to 16 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 4–12 weeks design and approvals.
Flat roof or pitched roof?
Flat roofs give more headroom inside and suit lanterns and rooflights; pitched roofs can blend better with older houses. Both meet building regulations when built properly. See our flat roof and pitched roof pages for the details.
How much does a single-storey extension cost per square metre?
Our guide range is about £2,280 to £4,420 per m² including VAT, depending on specification. A standard-spec 4 m × 5 m room usually lands at £53,000 to £68,000 in Chessington, plus design and council fees.
Book a free site visit in Chessington
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.