Utility and boot room extensions in Armagh: design, approvals and build
We design and build utility room extensions for houses in Armagh, with a written price once the survey and design are done and one point of contact throughout.
- Guide price in ArmaghFrom £12,000 inc VAT
- PlanningNI permitted development (rear 3–4 m) or planning
- Build time6–10 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsBT61
Working in Armagh
Across BT61, we can visit, measure and advise. Nearby, we also take on projects in Portadown (8 miles), Craigavon (11 miles).
For homes towards County Down, Banbridge is around 14 miles away. Northern Ireland's housing ranges from city terraces to large numbers of detached houses and bungalows on rural plots, many in render, where single-storey extensions fit easily.
Do I need planning permission in Armagh?
In Northern Ireland the Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015 lets some single-storey rear extensions go ahead without planning permission, up to 3 m on a semi-detached or terraced house and 4 m on a detached house, within height and boundary limits. Larger, side and two-storey extensions normally need planning permission from the council, and building control approval is separate.
The planning position for a specific Armagh address depends on its history and any designations, which is why we check it at the first visit.
In Northern Ireland building control is run by the councils under the Building Regulations (Northern Ireland). We submit full plans or a building notice and book the inspections through to completion.
Building close to a public sewer needs the agreement of NI Water, which we check during design.
Applications are decided by your council, which handles local planning in Northern Ireland.
Is a utility room extension right for your house?
- Kitchens that have run out of space for appliances
- Busy family homes
- Houses with a side passage or small rear corner
What should I budget for a utility room extension in Armagh?
Labour and material costs vary across the UK, so for Armagh we use our Northern Ireland factor (×0.86). The ranges include VAT and exclude design, structural and council fees.
Typical rates in Armagh: £1,630 to £3,010 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 m × 2.5 m 5 m² | £12,000 – £14,500 | £12,000 – £15,000 | £12,000 – £15,500 |
| 2.5 m × 3.2 m 8 m² | £13,000 – £15,500 | £15,000 – £19,500 | £19,000 – £24,500 |
| 3 m × 3.6 m 11 m² | £17,500 – £21,500 | £21,000 – £26,500 | £26,000 – £33,500 |
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
We confirm the build price in writing, based on the approved drawings and the finishes you have chosen.
Build and sign-off
Work is carried out to the agreed programme, inspected by building control and signed off at the end.
Your questions about a utility room extension in Armagh
Who do I contract with for a utility room extension in Armagh?
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.
Will my neighbours in Armagh be involved?
If a planning application is needed, the council notifies neighbours. Where work is close to a shared boundary, we agree access and protection with them in writing.
How long does a utility room extension take to build in Armagh?
On site, typically 6 to 10 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 4–10 weeks design and approvals.
How much does a utility room extension cost?
Our guide range is about £1,630 to £3,010 per m² including VAT, with a minimum of around £12,500. An 8 m² standard-spec utility is typically £15,000 to £19,500 in Armagh.
Can a utility have a toilet?
Yes, space permitting. A WC needs drainage and extraction, which we plan into the design.
Book a free site visit in Armagh
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.