Conservatories in Shenstone

Conservatories in Shenstone: approvals and local details

Many porches and conservatories don't need planning permission, but size, height and closeness to a road or boundary all matter. If yours does, the application goes to Lichfield District Council. We check the limits against your house at the survey.

A conservatory under 30 m², at ground level and separated from the house by external doors is normally exempt from building regulations.
On a semi or terrace, a rear conservatory can usually project 3 m under permitted development, or 4 m on a detached house.
Old conservatory frames may need extra reinforcement before they can carry a solid roof.

Postcode district: WS14
Planning and building control: Lichfield District Council
From our West Bromwich base: 10 miles

Choices to weigh up in Shenstone

Solid tiled replacement roof

A lightweight insulated roof system with tiles or slate-effect tiles outside and a plastered ceiling inside, often with spotlights. It keeps the room warmer in winter and cooler in summer and cuts rain noise. The existing frames and base must be checked, and the work is notified to building control because the structure changes.

Lean-to conservatory

A simple rectangle with a single sloping roof running down from the house wall. Lean-tos are the most affordable style, work under low eaves and on bungalows, and make good use of a narrow garden. The plain shape is also the easiest to furnish, and it's often the right choice for a dining or sitting space.

Conservatories prices in Shenstone

Prices in Shenstone match the rest of our area: £3,500–£22,000 depending on size and specification. Insulated tiled roof replacing polycarbonate on a 3.5 × 3 m conservatory: usually £7,000–£10,500.

Guide prices for conservatories
Option	Guide price	Good to know
Glass roof replacement	£3,500 – £7,000	Solar-control glass on your existing frames
Solid tiled roof replacement	£6,500 – £12,000	Insulated roof with plastered ceiling
New conservatory	£10,000 – £22,000	Lean-to, Victorian or Edwardian, with base and walls

Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. We confirm a fixed price for the agreed specification after visiting.

Your questions answered

How long does a conservatory roof replacement take?

Most replacement roofs take three to seven days on site, depending on size and whether the frames need reinforcing. The roof is usually off and the new structure weathertight within a day or two, and the rest of the time goes on tiling, plastering and finishing. A new conservatory takes longer, usually two to four weeks.

How do I book a survey in Shenstone?

Send the form on this page, use the guide-price tool or call 0800 088 6248 free. We'll ask a few questions about your conservatory and arrange a time to visit.

Can my existing conservatory take a heavier roof?

Many can, but not all. The vertical frames need enough reinforcement to carry the new roof, and the base and footings must be sound. We check for steel reinforcement in the frames and look for cracks or movement at survey. If extra support is needed, it's priced in your quote before you decide.

Will I need permission from the council in Shenstone?

Often not. Many porches and conservatories meet the permitted development and Building Regulations exemptions. If yours doesn't, the planning authority for Shenstone is Lichfield District Council.

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We'll measure up in Shenstone, explain the approvals, and give you a fixed price for the agreed specification.