Timber frame extensions in Tottenham: design, approvals and build
Thinking about a timber frame extension for your Tottenham home? Start with a free site visit: we measure up, check what the council will allow and give you honest guide figures on the day.
- Guide price in TottenhamFrom £27,000 inc VAT
- PlanningOften permitted development (3–4 m), or prior approval up to 6–8 m
- Build time8–14 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsN9, N13, N15, N17, N18
Working in Tottenham
Site visits are available across Tottenham (N9, N13, N15, N17, N18, N22). The same team covers Edmonton (2 miles), Harringay (2 miles), Palmers Green (2 miles), Wood Green (2 miles), all within easy reach.
For homes towards Essex, Waltham Abbey is around 6 miles away. 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.
When a timber frame extension makes sense
- Sites where weight or speed matters
- Contemporary designs with timber or board cladding
- Homeowners who want strong energy performance
Do I need planning permission in Tottenham?
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 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).
How much does a timber frame extension cost in Tottenham?
Prices below are for Tottenham, using the London factor of ×1.3. They are guide ranges including VAT for the build only, not a quote.
Typical rates in Tottenham: £2,280 to £4,420 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 m × 4 m 12 m² | £27,000 – £33,000 | £31,500 – £41,500 | £40,500 – £53,500 |
| 4 m × 5 m 20 m² | £45,500 – £55,000 | £53,000 – £69,000 | £67,500 – £88,500 |
| 5 m × 6 m 30 m² | £68,000 – £82,000 | £79,500 – £103,500 | £101,000 – £133,000 |
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
We produce the drawings and structural design, and manage the approvals so they are in place before work starts.
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
We build it with one project manager, book the building control inspections and hand over the completion certificate.
Questions people ask about timber frame extensions
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Tottenham, 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 Tottenham?
On site, typically 8 to 14 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 4–12 weeks design and approvals.
Do you cover all of Tottenham?
Yes. We cover Tottenham and the surrounding parts of Greater London. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
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 £2,280 to £4,420 per m² including VAT.
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.
Book a free site visit in Tottenham
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.