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Upward Extensions Permitted Development - August 2020

A new permitted development right has been introduced since the 1st August 2020 that allows up to two additional storeys on an existing flatted residential building. To qualify, the building must have been constructed between 1st July 1948 - 5th March 2018. To qualify buildings must be:

  • Free Standing and purpose built as flats.
  • Three storeys or above
  • Including any extensions, no taller than 30 metres.
  • Floor to ceiling heights must not exceed those of the existing building or 3 metres in height.

DEVELOPMENT IS NOT PERMITTED IN CERTAIN LOCATIONS

  • Heritage buildings, Grade listed buildings or land within its curtilage.
  • Statues / monuments. Scheduled monuments or land within its curtilage
  • Natural reserves & sites of special scientific interest.
  • Dangerous sites & areas with safety hazards
  • Land within 3 kilometres of the perimeter of an airfield.
What is needed to submit an application?

The legislation sets out the requirements in terms of what needs to be submitted to the Local Authority. Architect7 can help building owners understand the planning policies around upward extensions and can submit Permitted Development applications.

How much do architects charge?

On average, a traditional practice will charge between 5% - 10% of the project cost.

This is the full amount that you will expect to pay. Throughout the whole build. Even the communication and support is included in the architects fees for any project from drawings to build completion.

For instance, if you are planning on building a 5 meter rear extension & kitchen renovation in London and your project costs £80,000 overall, you may find that with a traditional practice, expect to budget between £4000 and £8000 for your architect.

However before you commit to any build work measured drawings & planning permission applications will only cost you around the £1450 mark. Now, if this is your first time remodelling a home, it can be difficult to work out these costs upfront. After all, what’s 10% of a budget you haven’t decided on yet?.

Building Regulations / Building Control

The Wandsworth local authority is obliged to make sure that the standard of building work in their borough complies with Building Regulations. Architect 7 have built up communication history with the Building Control Department in the Southfields authority such that we already have a precursor to what plans are likely to pass eve before the application is submitted.
Building Control applications are submitted to the council together with a fee. The amount is usually based upon the scale of the build.

Basement Planning Architects in Southfields

Planning authorities have tightened their restrictions on basements and require additional information with any basement application. However many people are surprised to learn that planning permission for basements can still be easier than for some other types of project.

This is because a basement will have no impact on the appearance of the house above ground, and a basement does not create overlooking or affect a neighbour’s amenity directly.

In fact, if the basement is just under the house (not the front or rear garden) it can even be Permitted Development. To satisfy the planning department a well written Basement Impact Assessment will need to be submitted as part of the planning application.

New Build Architects

At Architect7 our new build team of architects & partners are specialists in accessing the potential of land aquisition and feasibility studies and pre-planning subsequent planning objections.

We have achieved impressive results by delivering exceptional bespoke new build homes and securing planning permissions for unprecedented, exceptional & original projects throughout London and the UK

We understand that each building design should have a unique project trail from the initial brief through to the construction phase. Architect7's new build design team & partners are being tastefully refined by a growing portfolio of new housing developments.

House Extension Architects near Wandsworth

A house extension is the most popular method of adding space to a your house. The demand for house extensions throughout the UK shows no sign of slowing, and as one of the best residential architects in London and the surrounding area.

Our team have helped hundreds of clients transform ther living spaces into larger brighter spaces they can be proud of.



New Builds

A7 Architects have been involved with many new build flat developments in and around London. The combined knowledge of our architects allows us to easily overcome the planning and building regulations which enables plans going on to completion.

What are the main checks A7 Perform?
  • A feasibility analysis to determine if flats will work financially.
  • Are there flats on the street already?
  • Is there enough space for parking?
  • Is there enough space to meet minimum flat sizes?

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Extensions

House Extension Architects in North London

Expanding your London house does not only give you more liveable dwelling space, but it also increases the monetary value of your property. We have been serving clients up and down the country for many years.
In this time, we have completed a number of bespoke house extensions, including rear, side return, wrap around and kitchen extensions. At Architect7 we pride ourselves to perform the due diligence to connect with trusted and verified construction teams. Our aquaintance with experienced builders give you that hassle-free start to finish approach to expanding your living space.

Commercial Developments

Commercial Architectural Services

Commercial Developments most often involve reconfiguring the internal layout of the property. There are however still sums of jobs that involve extending floor space to increasing the build footprint. These can be setups such as Bed & Breakfast's & Restaurants to increase customer capacity.
Architect7's main approach is to to balance architectural creativity with future ROI. Our aim is to work in closely with you to ensure that we clearly understand what your investment purposes are and help you deliver the outcome you want from you commercial property. A7 was worked on plans fron clients in the private, corporate and public sector.



Loft Conversion Architects

A7 are very experienced in using both Planning and Permitted Development rights to help clients achieve some truly bold design projects for their planned loft conversion. We involve the client on all outcomes in consideration of structural engineering, materials, maintenance and many other key factors that come into play when it comes down to having a successful planning approval. We help our clients understand what is the allowable right to the limit based on their own projection before incorporating our on knowhow to allow the build to follow permitted Development rights.

We show all possible options & variations in plan, and when all is agreed we will submit your plans on your belhalf and provide an ongoing consultation during the project build.

Builder follow on service

We can link you up to the best value builders & most trusted contractors right for your house, most likely it is between two / three that we work closely with.

A7 Will show you the projects of the contractors who we work with this way you have an angle in to the standard of what you will be getting. The flow from A7 to the builders will be seemless as we have prior experience of how it will be handled.

Building Regulations / Building Control

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House Remodelling Architects

How are planning applications decided?

After we have submitted your planning application to the local the borough authority the planning officers will check that all the required information has been received.

Most applications are fairly straight forward and will be decided by officers. The local authority planning department will base its decisions on so-called “material considerations,” including:

  • Design, Build Work & materials
  • Layout, proximities & building timescales
  • Impact on neighbours, loss of sunlight or overlooking
  • Landscaping
  • Noise
  • Impact on listed buildings and conservation areas
  • Loss of trees
  • Local, national and strategic planning policy.

Our Track Record

Our record of dealing with most of London’s Local Authorities and obtainting planning approvals for demanding projects in conservation areas, for listed buildings mean A7 particularly rise to the challenge of working on buildings that require a sensitive design approach.

For residential projects that require planning approval it is important that we carry out a measured survey, and initially produce an accurate set of existing drawings. These drawings are important to the planning submission, but also for developing the design proposals that will form part of the planning application.

Once the planning proposals have been fully developed, Architect7 will then liaise with the planning officers of your Local Authority ahead of making the planning submission; it is worth noting that some local authorities have now stopped offering this service. But when this is possible we will be able to flush out any issues ahead of the submission, and make sure that the application has the best possible chance of being approved.

Planning Permission Kitchen Extension Architects

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We provide professional advice you need to fully understand the scope and viability of your project so you can move forward with confidence and knowledge.

The perfect turnkey solution for residential & commercial builds

St Johns Wood

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Orlando Road SW4

Orlando Road Project

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Islington Project

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Kings Gate Penthouse Project

Rainsborough, South East London

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Scale the most adventurous design projects with Architect7

A7 Architects are a professional team that will help you realise your ideal dwelling for either residential or commercial purposes.

Client projects range from

  • Residential House Conversions & Extensions
  • Bars, clubs & drinking establishments
  • Restautant & Eateries
  • Multi build flats
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We examine your options to give you the most appropriate advice and detailed information on costs and timescales.

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