Garden annexes · Burgess Hill

Garden annexes in Burgess Hill

Homeowners in Burgess Hill can get garden annexes from one company: the design, the paperwork and the building work sit with us rather than with three separate firms.

Covering Burgess Hill

We work in Burgess Hill (RH15) and the places around it, including Haywards Heath, Hove and Brighton.

Homes in the South East

Many South East homes are inter-war or post-war semis and detached houses with room for rear and side extensions, while historic town centres and villages bring conservation area and listed building controls.

What does a garden annexe involve?

We design annexes as permanent buildings with proper foundations, insulation and services, and we prepare the planning case showing how the annexe will be used as part of the main home. Connections for water, drainage and power are planned from the start.

  • Design and planning application
  • Brick, block or timber-frame structure
  • Kitchenette and shower room

What is the guide price for a garden annexe in Burgess Hill?

Use these ranges to budget for garden annexes; the survey turns them into a fixed price for the agreed specification.

Garden annexesGuide price incl. VAT
Standard specification£2,400 to £2,900 per m²
Good specification£2,900 to £3,400 per m²
High specification£3,400 to £3,900 per m²

Planning and building rules in Burgess Hill

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.

A self-contained annexe used for sleeping and living normally needs planning permission in England. Permitted development for outbuildings does not cover living accommodation.

What should Burgess Hill homeowners check first?

  • Drainage may need a pump if the garden falls away from the sewer.
  • Council tax treatment depends on who lives there; check with your council.

What are the steps?

  1. Start with a conversation. A short call or the online form is enough for us to understand what you want to build.
  2. Free site visit. We measure up, look at access, drains and the structure, and talk through options and budget.
  3. Design and fixed price. You get drawings and a written price for the agreed specification before anything is ordered.
  4. We build it. Work follows an agreed programme, with inspections at each stage and a final sign-off.

Your questions answered

How much does a garden annexe cost?

Around £2,400 to £3,900 per square metre including VAT, depending on finish and services.

How long does an annexe take to build?

About 14 to 24 weeks on site after approvals.

How do I get a price for garden annexes in Burgess Hill?

Use the guide price tool for a ballpark figure, then book a visit for a fixed written price for the agreed specification.

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