Gillingham utility room extensions, designed and built
Our design and build teams take on utility room extensions in Gillingham, from the first measured survey through planning and building control to the finished room.
- Guide price in GillinghamFrom £15,500 inc VAT
- PlanningOften permitted development (3–4 m), or prior approval up to 6–8 m
- Build time6–10 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsME1, ME2, ME4, ME5, ME7
Planning and approvals in Gillingham
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.
If the work involves a shared wall, building on the boundary, or digging foundations within 3 m (sometimes 6 m) of a neighbour's building, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies and notice must be served before work starts: two months for work to a party wall, one month for new walls on the boundary and for excavations.
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).
Utility room extension prices in Gillingham
Prices below are for Gillingham, using the South East England factor of ×1.12. They are guide ranges including VAT for the build only, not a quote.
Typical rates in Gillingham: £2,130 to £3,920 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 m × 2.5 m 5 m² | £15,500 – £19,000 | £15,500 – £20,000 | £15,500 – £20,000 |
| 2.5 m × 3.2 m 8 m² | £17,000 – £20,500 | £20,000 – £25,500 | £25,000 – £31,500 |
| 3 m × 3.6 m 11 m² | £23,000 – £28,000 | £27,500 – £34,500 | £34,000 – £43,500 |
Want a range for your exact size? The guide-price tool takes about a minute.
Covering Gillingham
Across ME1, ME2, ME4, ME5, ME7, ME8, we can visit, measure and advise. Nearby, we also take on projects in Chatham (1 mile), Rochester (2 miles), Strood (3 miles), Gravesend (8 miles).
Canvey Island, in Essex, is roughly 9 miles from Gillingham and also on our list. The South East has a broad mix of 1930s semis, post-war estates, newer developments and period cottages, and many houses have enough garden for a generous rear extension.
When a utility room extension makes sense
- Houses with a side passage or small rear corner
- Busy family homes
- Kitchens that have run out of space for appliances
From first visit to completion
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
We produce the drawings and structural design, and manage the approvals so they are in place before work starts.
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
Our team builds the extension, keeps you updated weekly and finishes with building control sign-off.
Common questions in Gillingham
Do I need building regulations approval in Gillingham?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
How long does a utility room extension take to build in Gillingham?
On site, typically 6 to 10 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 4–10 weeks design and approvals.
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Gillingham, 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 much does a utility room extension cost?
Our guide range is about £2,130 to £3,920 per m² including VAT, with a minimum of around £16,000. An 8 m² standard-spec utility is typically £20,000 to £25,500 in Gillingham.
Does a utility extension need planning permission?
Often not, if it is single storey and within permitted development limits. We check this for your property.
Book a free site visit in Gillingham
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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