Building projects we take on in Powys
House extensions
- Single-storey extensions in Powys
- Double-storey extensions in Powys
- Side extensions in Powys
- Side return extensions in Powys
- Wraparound extensions in Powys
- Kitchen extensions in Powys
- Orangeries in Powys
- Glazed and contemporary extensions in Powys
- Porches in Powys
Loft conversions
- Dormer loft conversions in Powys
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Powys
- Mansard loft conversions in Powys
- Rooflight loft conversions in Powys
- Bungalow loft conversions in Powys
Garage, basement and barn conversions
- Garage conversions in Powys
- Basement conversions in Powys
- Barn conversions in Powys
- Garden annexes in Powys
New build homes
Renovations and structural work
Design and approvals
Guide prices in Powys
| Project | Guide range (inc VAT) |
|---|---|
| Single-storey extensions | £1,800–£2,650 per m² of floor area |
| Double-storey extensions | £1,500–£2,300 per m² of floor area (both floors) |
| Dormer loft conversions | £44,000–£62,500 for a typical rear dormer with en-suite |
| Garage conversions | £16,500–£27,500 for a single integral garage |
| House renovations | £850–£1,650 per m² for a medium to full renovation |
| New build homes | £1,850–£2,950 per m² of floor area (build cost) |
That range is adjusted for Wales, where domestic building work typically costs around 8% below the national average.
Planning and building control in Powys
In Wales a single-storey rear extension is often permitted development: up to 4 metres beyond the rear wall and up to 4 metres high, with eaves no higher than 3 metres within 2 metres of a boundary and no more than half the land around the original house covered. Wales has no larger home extension prior approval route, so deeper extensions need a planning application, as do extensions to flats, listed buildings and houses whose rights have been removed.
In Wales roof enlargements such as rear dormers can be permitted development within volume limits and design conditions. Dormers facing a road, balconies and conservation-area work need permission.
Building regulations in Wales are set by the Welsh Government. Approval comes from the council’s building control service or a registered building control approver, with inspections during the work and a completion certificate at the end.
Building in Powys
Wales has many terraced valley streets, stone cottages and post-war estates, so extension designs are shaped by slopes, materials and local character.
Questions about building in Powys
Do you cover all of Powys?
Yes. We take on projects across Powys, including Newtown, Brecon, Welshpool and Llandrindod Wells.
How much does an extension cost in Powys?
A single-storey extension in Powys typically costs £1,800–£2,650 per m² of floor area, including VAT.
Do I need planning permission in Powys?
In Wales a single-storey rear extension is often permitted development: up to 4 metres beyond the rear wall and up to 4 metres high, with eaves no higher than 3 metres within 2 metres of a boundary and no more than half the land around the original house covered. Wales has no larger home extension prior approval route, so deeper extensions need a planning application, as do extensions to flats, listed buildings and houses whose rights have been removed.
Who approves building work in Powys?
Building regulations in Wales are set by the Welsh Government. Approval comes from the council’s building control service or a registered building control approver, with inspections during the work and a completion certificate at the end.