Shepherds Bush utility room extensions, designed and built
If you live in Shepherds Bush and want more space without moving, a utility room extension is one of the most practical ways to get it. We handle the drawings, approvals and the build.
- Guide price in Shepherds BushFrom £18,000 inc VAT
- PlanningOften permitted development (3–4 m), or prior approval up to 6–8 m
- Build time6–10 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsW6, W8, W10, W11, W12
Planning and approvals in Shepherds Bush
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.
In a conservation area, national park, National Landscape, the Broads or a World Heritage Site the permitted development limits are tighter (no side or two-storey extensions without an application). Listed homes need listed building consent, and if permitted development rights have been removed, any extension needs an application.
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).
What is included
- Design around appliances, sink and storage
- Ventilation for a tumble dryer
- Waste and water connections
- Back door and a hard-wearing floor
- Built-in storage or space ready for your units
A good utility works like a back-of-house corridor: in from the garden, boots off, coats on hooks, washing on the way through. We plan the door positions so it doesn't become another room to walk around.
Local to Shepherds Bush
Our survey diary covers Shepherds Bush, including W6, W8, W10, W11, W12, W14. Neighbouring towns we cover include Notting Hill (1 mile), Chiswick (2 miles), Fulham (2 miles), Willesden (2 miles).
East Molesey, in Surrey, is roughly 9 miles from Shepherds Bush and also on our list. 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.
What should I budget for a utility room extension in Shepherds Bush?
Labour and material costs vary across the UK, so for Shepherds Bush we use our London factor (×1.3). The ranges include VAT and exclude design, structural and council fees.
Typical rates in Shepherds Bush: £2,470 to £4,550 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 m × 2.5 m 5 m² | £18,000 – £22,000 | £18,000 – £23,000 | £18,000 – £23,000 |
| 2.5 m × 3.2 m 8 m² | £19,500 – £23,500 | £23,000 – £29,500 | £29,000 – £36,500 |
| 3 m × 3.6 m 11 m² | £27,000 – £32,500 | £32,000 – £40,500 | £40,000 – £50,500 |
Want a range for your exact size? The guide-price tool takes about a minute.
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
A designer visits, takes measurements and photos, and discusses layouts, budget and timing with you.
Design and approvals
Drawings are prepared and agreed with you, then submitted for the right planning route and building regulations approval.
Fixed written price
You receive a written, itemised price and programme. Nothing starts until you are happy with it.
Build and sign-off
The build is managed from start to finish, inspected at each stage and signed off on completion.
Common questions in Shepherds Bush
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Shepherds Bush, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
Do I need building regulations approval in Shepherds Bush?
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 Shepherds Bush?
On site, typically 6 to 10 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 4–10 weeks design and approvals.
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 £2,470 to £4,550 per m² including VAT, with a minimum of around £18,500. An 8 m² standard-spec utility is typically £23,000 to £29,500 in Shepherds Bush.
Book a free site visit in Shepherds Bush
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.