Utility and boot room extensions in Leicestershire
A utility room extension in Leicestershire starts with the right design and the right approval route. We take care of both, then build it with our own project management.
- Guide priceFrom £13,000 inc VAT
- PlanningOften permitted development (3–4 m), or prior approval up to 6–8 m
- Towns covered8
- Site visitFree, no obligation
Towns in Leicestershire
Will the council need to approve it?
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.
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.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
Extensions in and around Leicestershire
Towns we cover in Leicestershire include Leicester, Loughborough, Hinckley, Coalville, Wigston, Melton Mowbray, Oadby, Earl Shilton. The East Midlands has plenty of inter-war and post-war semis and detached houses with room to extend, alongside Victorian terraces in the towns.
Is a utility room extension right for your house?
- Houses with a side passage or small rear corner
- Kitchens that have run out of space for appliances
- Busy family homes
What should I budget for a utility room extension in Leicestershire?
For Leicestershire we adjust our national guide rates by ×0.95, the factor we use for East Midlands. Figures include VAT; your written quote after the survey replaces them.
Typical rates in Leicestershire: £1,800 to £3,320 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 m × 2.5 m 5 m² | £13,000 – £16,000 | £13,000 – £17,000 | £13,000 – £17,000 |
| 2.5 m × 3.2 m 8 m² | £14,000 – £17,500 | £17,000 – £21,500 | £21,000 – £27,000 |
| 3 m × 3.6 m 11 m² | £19,500 – £24,000 | £23,500 – £29,500 | £29,000 – £37,000 |
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
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
Our team builds the extension, keeps you updated weekly and finishes with building control sign-off.
Your questions about a utility room extension in Leicestershire
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Leicestershire, 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 utility room extension take to build in Leicestershire?
On site, typically 6 to 10 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 4–10 weeks design and approvals.
Do I need building regulations approval in Leicestershire?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
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.
How much does a utility room extension cost?
Our guide range is about £1,800 to £3,320 per m² including VAT, with a minimum of around £13,500. An 8 m² standard-spec utility is typically £17,000 to £21,500 in Leicestershire.
Book a free site visit in Leicestershire
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.