Do I need planning permission for a house extension?

House extensions do not always require planning approval, some smaller projects such as a single-storey rear extension may not require planning approval if they meet certain requirements set out in the permitted development guidelines. Excela Architecture can advise you on whether your project will require planning approval or if your project can be done within the permitted development guidelines.

How Much does a planning application cost?

The cost of a planning application can vary depending on what type of planning application is to be submitted. A typical householder planning application is used for alterations to an existing dwelling, such as adding a house extension or a loft conversion. A householder planning application fee is £206.00. To add a new build house a full planning application is to be submitted, the fee for a full planning application is £462.00 per dwelling house.

What is permitted development?

Some projects do not require a planning application to be submitted to carry out minors works or changes. Permitted development rights enable you to make certain changes to a building without the need of applying for planning approval. Permitted development right are very complicated and not all houses in the UK have them as in certain areas Permitted development rights are revoked. Excela Architecture will carry out an assessment of the permitted development rights attached to your building.

What are building regulations?

The UK Building Regulations, are known as the approved documents and are split into sections known as parts, from A – R. This collection of documents details the required standards to which all building design and construction works must adhere to. These apply to almost all building works, therefore it is important to know when building control approval is needed and have the correct documentation to accompany a building control application.

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Here at Excela Architecture we specialise in Architectural Design and Structural Engineering on all residential projects.

Whether you require steel beam calculations for a home extension or Timber rafter calculations for your loft conversion we’re on hand to assist you through each step the process.

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Before commencement of a construction project such as a Home Extension, loft Conversion or New Build Home, it's vital to appoint a structural engineer who will be responsible for designing the structure of your project to ensure safety and durability.

This stage of a project will include the design of structural steel beam calculations, timber floor joists calculations and roof timber rafter calculations. Our structural engineer London will produce structural calculations reports for all works on your project.

At Excela Architecture London, we have an in house Structural Engineer, so you will not need to appoint a separate structural engineer once our architect team have finished your building regulations drawings.

We provide clients with a design led service and our expert team are dedicated to providing exceptional industry-leading architectural design and structural engineering.

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Our team of creative structural engineers in London will guide you through the design process of Structural steel beam calculations and Timber calculations. We strive to create beautiful houses to allow you to feel truly at home.

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You will very likely need a local structural engineer to provide structural steel beam calculations or timber calculations if you are planning on any of the following building projects:

A Single Storey Extension
A Kitchen Extension
A Double Storey Extension
A Loft Conversion
A New Build Home
A Basement Extension
Conversion of Flats
Removing A Chimney or Chimney Breast
Removing An Internal Wall
Creating An Open Plan Kitchen
Create An Opening in A Wall ( for windows or doors)
HMO Conversions
Garage Conversions

Our structural engineers specialise in residential structural engineering and strive to provide creative solutions for your project. Structural Calculations involve calculating the stability of structural elements and load-bearing walls. Here at Excela Architecture our structural engineers combine expert knowledge with creative to provide the best solution for your project.

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Local Structural Engineer Services In London

We provide various Structural engineering services and structural calculations reports including the following:

Structural steel beam calculations.
Laser measured structural site survey.
Timber frame walls structural calculations.
Flitch beam calculations.
Timber rafter calculations.
Timber Glulam beam calculations.
Timber floor joist calculations.
Padstone calculations.
Timber purlin calculations.
Timber stud wall calculations.
Timber flat roof calculations.

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Building regulations drawings for a home extension provide detailed construction information on how the home extension will be constructed. Home Extension Building Regulations Drawings Key Details: - Roof Structure Details - Floor Structure Details - Foundations Details - Wall Structure Details - Windows & Ventilation - Structural Openings

Building Regulations Drawings for a Loft Conversion

Building regulations drawings for a loft conversion provide detailed construction information on how the loft space will be converted into a completed habitable loft conversion. Loft Conversion Building Regulations Drawings Key Details: - Roof Structure Details - Floor Structure Details - Dormer Construction Details - Staircase Design - Fire Safety - Insulation & Ventilation

Building Regulations Drawings for a New Build Home

Building regulations drawings for a new build home provide detailed construction information on how the new build home will be constructed. New Build Home Building Regulations Drawings Key Details: - Roof Structure Details - Floor Structure Details - Foundations Details - Wall Structure Details - Windows & Ventilation - Structural Openings

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Frequently Asked Questions about Structural Engineers & Structural Calculations

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Excela Architecture London is one of the leading Architects in London. We specialsie in Planning applications, Building regulations drawings and construction design on a wide range of residential projects such as Home Extensions, Loft Conversions, Basement conversions and new Build Homes.

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Email: London@ExcelaArchitecture.co.uk

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