Stourbridge timber frame extensions, designed and built
Our design and build teams take on timber frame extensions in Stourbridge, from the first measured survey through planning and building control to the finished room.
- Guide price in StourbridgeFrom £20,000 inc VAT
- PlanningOften permitted development (3–4 m), or prior approval up to 6–8 m
- Build time8–14 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsB63, B64, DY5, DY6, DY8
Local to Stourbridge
We cover Stourbridge and the postcode districts B63, B64, DY5, DY6, DY8, DY9. Nearby, we also take on projects in Brierley Hill (2 miles), Kingswinford (3 miles), Dudley (4 miles), Halesowen (4 miles).
Kidderminster, in Worcestershire, is roughly 7 miles from Stourbridge and also on our list. The West Midlands has a large stock of 1930s and post-war semi-detached houses, which are well suited to rear, side and over-garage extensions, plus Victorian terraces in the older inner areas.
When a timber frame extension makes sense
- Contemporary designs with timber or board cladding
- Homeowners who want strong energy performance
- Sites where weight or speed matters
Planning rules that apply in Stourbridge
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.
Before any drawing is finalised we check whether the house is listed, in a conservation area or subject to an Article 4 direction.
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.
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.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
Guide prices for Stourbridge
Labour and material costs vary across the UK, so for Stourbridge we use our West Midlands factor (×0.97). The ranges include VAT and exclude design, structural and council fees.
Typical rates in Stourbridge: £1,700 to £3,300 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 m × 4 m 12 m² | £20,000 – £24,500 | £23,500 – £31,000 | £30,000 – £40,000 |
| 4 m × 5 m 20 m² | £33,500 – £41,000 | £39,500 – £51,500 | £50,000 – £66,000 |
| 5 m × 6 m 30 m² | £50,500 – £61,500 | £59,500 – £77,500 | £75,500 – £99,000 |
Try the guide-price tool to see a range for your own size and finish.
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
First, a site visit: we look at the house, garden, access and drains and listen to what you need.
Design and approvals
We draw the design, agree it with you and handle planning or permitted development checks and building regulations.
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.
Timber frame extension questions answered
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Stourbridge, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
How long does a timber frame extension take to build in Stourbridge?
On site, typically 8 to 14 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 4–12 weeks design and approvals.
Do I need building regulations approval in Stourbridge?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
Does a timber frame extension need planning permission?
The same planning rules apply as for any extension. If the cladding looks different from the house, permitted development’s matching-materials condition may mean an application is needed.
Is timber frame cheaper than brick?
It is similar overall. The frame can save time on site, but the cladding choice has a big effect on cost. Our guide range is about £1,700 to £3,300 per m² including VAT.
Book a free site visit in Stourbridge
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.