Covering Bristol
We cover homes across Bristol, planned from survey to sign-off.
Homes in the South West
Homes in the South West range from coastal and rural properties in stone and slate to city terraces and modern estates, so extensions are designed to match the local materials.
What does architectural design and planning involve?
Designing and building under one roof means the drawings are priced as they are drawn, so there are fewer surprises when the quote arrives. If you only need drawings and a planning application, we can do that and you are free to use any builder.
- Design options and 3D views
- Planning or lawful development certificate drawings
- Structural engineer’s calculations
How much does architectural design and planning cost in Bristol?
Indicative costs for architectural design and planning. London and the South East usually sit towards the top of each range.
| Architectural design and planning | Guide price incl. VAT |
|---|---|
| Measured survey and existing drawings | £500 to £1,200 |
| Planning drawings and application | £1,200 to £3,000 |
| Building regulations drawings and specification | £1,000 to £2,500 |
| Structural calculations | £500 to £2,000 |
How is architectural design and planning approved in Bristol?
In England we deal with the council’s planning team for permission or a lawful development certificate, with building control (the council or a registered building control approver) for inspections, and with neighbours under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 where it applies.
We confirm whether your project is permitted development, needs prior approval or needs a householder application, and prepare the right submission.
What should I think about before starting?
- Planning and building regulations are separate approvals; most projects need building regulations even when planning is not needed.
- Pre-application advice from the council can help on sensitive sites.
How does the project run?
- Send us the details. Give us a postcode, a rough idea of size and some photos, by phone, form or the guide price tool.
- Survey at your house. We look at the existing structure, services and access, and agree what the design needs to achieve.
- Price and paperwork. The design is priced line by line, and we submit the planning and building control applications.
- Build and hand over. Our teams build to the programme, building control inspects, and you get the completion paperwork at the end.
Your questions answered
How much do extension plans cost?
Typically £3,000 to £7,000 including VAT from measured survey to building regulations drawings, plus council fees.
What is a lawful development certificate?
A certificate from the council confirming that work is permitted development, which is useful when you sell.
Who deals with the council for a project in Bristol?
We do. We prepare the drawings, submit planning or permitted development paperwork if needed, and arrange building control inspections.
Learn more about architectural design and planning, or see every project we cover in Bristol.