House extensions Bristol

Permitted development rights

An extension or addition to your house is considered to be permitted development, not requiring an application for planning permission, subject to the following limits and conditions: no more than half the area of land around the “original house” would be covered by additions or other buildings. no extension forward of the principal elevation or side elevation fronting a highway. no extension to be higher than the highest part of the roof. single-storey rear extensions…

House Extensions Bristol – Things to know

Planning permission In many cases you will be able to plan a house extension without applying for planning permission but for more significant extensions you will probably need to submit a planning application to obtain the consent. It is recommended to seek advice from your architect if you are not sure about which category you fall into. For instance, a single-storey rear extension is allowed to be up to 3m deep for a terraced house,…

Flat roof extensions

Not convinced about flat roof extensions? Maybe it’s time to change your mind! If you are put off by the idea of a flat roof extension, it might be time to reconsider. They have earned a bit of a bad reputation over the years, but a lot has changed since the 1960s and 70s. So why should you consider a flat roof extension for your property? There are plenty of reasons, but here are some…