Single-storey extensions in Nuneaton

Single-storey extensions in Nuneaton: approvals and local details

Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council is the planning authority for Nuneaton. If your plans need permission, apply early: householder applications have an eight-week target for a decision. Building Regulations approval and inspections run alongside the build.

Foundations within 3 metres of a neighbour's house that go deeper than theirs need party wall notice at least a month in advance.
Every extension needs Building Regulations approval, even when planning permission isn't required.
Detached houses get a little more room: 4 metres as standard, or up to 8 metres with prior approval.

Postcode district: CV11
Planning and building control: Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council
From our West Bromwich base: 22 miles

Which options suit homes in Nuneaton?

Wrap-around extension

Combines a side and rear extension into an L shape, giving the largest ground-floor gain. Because it extends both sideways and rearwards, a wrap-around normally needs a householder planning application rather than relying on permitted development. Expect more steelwork and a more involved roof where the two sections meet.

Rear kitchen-diner extension

The usual layout: a 3–6 metre extension across all or part of the back wall, with the old rear wall replaced by a steel beam so the new and existing rooms become one space. Roof lights or a lantern bring daylight into the middle of the house, and bifold or sliding doors open onto the garden.

How much should you budget in Nuneaton?

Expect to budget between £28,000 and £90,000 depending on size and specification in Nuneaton. A 4 m × 5 m rear extension on a semi, with roof lights and bifold doors: typically £40,000–£52,000.

Guide prices for single-storey extensions
Option	Guide price	Good to know
Small rear or side extension (10–15 m²)	£28,000 – £40,000	Utility, WC or a modest kitchen extension
Rear kitchen-diner extension (18–25 m²)	£38,000 – £58,000	The glazing spec moves it within the range
Wrap-around or large extension (30 m²+)	£58,000 – £90,000	More steel and roof, and normally a planning application

Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. Access, parking and the state of what's there now can move the price — the survey settles it.

Before you book in Nuneaton

What should I prepare before the survey?

Think about how you want to use the new space, and gather anything you have about the house: old plans, deeds showing boundaries, approvals for any earlier extension, and where you think the drains run. Photos of extensions you like help us price glazing and finishes accurately. If you're in a conservation area or on a newer estate, mention it, as it can affect permitted development.

How do I book a survey in Nuneaton?

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 single-storey extension and arrange a time to visit.

How long does a single-storey extension take?

Allow 8–12 weeks on site for most single-storey extensions, plus time beforehand for drawings and approvals. If you need a planning application or a lawful development certificate, councils aim to decide within 8 weeks. Glazing and steel are ordered early so they arrive when the shell is ready, which keeps the build from stalling halfway.

Will I need permission from the council in Nuneaton?

Usually building control, and sometimes planning. Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council is the planning authority for Nuneaton; Building Regulations approval comes from its building control team or a registered building control approver. We'll tell you which applies after the survey.

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Get a guide price for your Nuneaton extension in a couple of minutes, then a fixed price for the agreed specification after the survey.