Utility and boot room extensions in Hythe: design, approvals and build
We design and build utility room extensions for houses in Hythe, with a written price once the survey and design are done and one point of contact throughout.
- Guide price in HytheFrom £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 districtsSO45
Local to Hythe
Site visits are available across Hythe (SO45). Neighbouring towns we cover include Southampton (3 miles), Totton (6 miles), Eastleigh (8 miles), Fareham (10 miles).
For homes towards Isle of Wight, Cowes is around 8 miles away. In the South East, plenty of houses have already been extended once, which makes checking the remaining permitted development allowance an important early step.
What is included
- Built-in storage or space ready for your units
- Waste and water connections
- Back door and a hard-wearing floor
- Ventilation for a tumble dryer
Planning rules that apply in Hythe
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 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 Hythe
For Hythe we adjust our national guide rates by ×1.12, the factor we use for South East England. Figures include VAT; your written quote after the survey replaces them.
Typical rates in Hythe: £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 |
Try the guide-price tool to see a range for your own size and finish.
What happens next
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
The build is managed from start to finish, inspected at each stage and signed off on completion.
Your questions about a utility room extension in Hythe
How long does a utility room extension take to build in Hythe?
On site, typically 6 to 10 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 4–10 weeks design and approvals.
Who do I contract with for a utility room extension in Hythe?
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.
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Hythe, 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 Hythe.
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 Hythe
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.