Wraparound extensions in Ferndown: design, approvals and build
A wraparound extension in Ferndown starts with the right design and the right approval route. We take care of both, then build it with our own project management.
- Guide price in FerndownFrom £36,500 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually a householder application
- Build time14–20 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsBH22
Local to Ferndown
We cover Ferndown and the postcode districts BH22. The same team covers Wimborne Minster (4 miles), Bournemouth (6 miles), Christchurch (7 miles), Poole (8 miles), all within easy reach.
South West homes range from terraced streets in the cities to stone cottages and bungalows in the countryside, and conservation areas are common in historic centres.
Planning and approvals in Ferndown
In England a wraparound extension is assessed as both a side and a rear extension, and the combination usually falls outside permitted development, so most need a householder planning application (£548 from 1 April 2026).
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.
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 Ferndown
Prices below are for Ferndown, using the South West England factor of ×1.02. They are guide ranges including VAT for the build only, not a quote.
Typical rates in Ferndown: £2,040 to £3,770 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compact L-shape 18 m² | £36,500 – £44,500 | £42,000 – £53,500 | £53,000 – £68,000 |
| Medium L-shape 25 m² | £51,000 – £61,500 | £58,500 – £74,000 | £73,500 – £94,500 |
| Large L-shape 32 m² | £65,000 – £78,500 | £75,000 – £95,000 | £94,500 – £121,000 |
Want a range for your exact size? The guide-price tool takes about a minute.
What we take care of
- Foundations, drainage and any manhole relocation
- Structural design for the corner and openings
- Party wall notice support (England and Wales)
- Householder planning application
- Roof with glazing along the side return
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
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.
Wraparound extension questions answered
How long does a wraparound extension take to build in Ferndown?
On site, typically 14 to 20 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 8–16 weeks design and approvals.
Will my neighbours in Ferndown be involved?
If a planning application or prior approval is needed, the council notifies neighbours. If the work is on or near a shared boundary, party wall notices may also be needed.
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Ferndown, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
Is a wraparound better than a side return alone?
It adds far more space, but costs more and needs planning permission more often. Our comparison guide sets the two side by side.
Do wraparound extensions need planning permission?
Usually, yes. In England the side element counts as a side extension and the rear element as a rear extension, and the combination normally falls outside permitted development. A householder application costs £548 in England from 1 April 2026.
Book a free site visit in Ferndown
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.