There are lots of things to think about if you are planning on getting an extension on your home. These all apply regardless of the type of extension – garage extensions or double or single story extensions at the back of your house.
To help you get the ball rolling, we have put together a list of things you will have to plan out. One of the most important things is finding decent builders Llanrwst to carry out the job!
Will your plans add value to the home?
If you’re going to spend a bit of money adding an extension to your home, you will want to be sure that it will be worth something. It’s worth speaking to an estate agent and asking them how much value it would add.
Do I need planning permission or does it fall under permitted development?
Some projects don’t require planning permission and fit the requirements for permitted development. There are height restrictions, and size restrictions that you must follow if you want to avoid applying for planning permission.
Different rules apply if your property is in a conservation area such as an area of outstanding national beauty, so it’s best to check with your local authorities.
Do I need to follow building regulations?
Any building project must comply with a set of building regulations. You must check that whoever carries out the project will have covered this. If they don’t meet the building regulations then you could be told to have the extension taken down, or it can cause trouble when it comes to selling the property.
Do I need to tell my home insurance provider?
Yes. It’s likely that the extension will make the rebuild cost of your house go up, which will affect pricing premiums. The building work will also put the property at risk, so they’ll want to take that into account too. If anything happens during the build which means you need to make a claim, your insurance could be void if they don’t know.
Do I need to tell my neighbours?
It’s best to stay on the right side of your neighbours and give them a warning beforehand about having some construction work. They might even suggest a date where they will be going away for a while for when it could take place. A conversation can stop any disputes arising during the process.
