Wraparound extension in Ealing: Planning Permission Guide
Your guide to wraparound extensions in Ealing — combining rear and side extensions under one project.
Based on 26 decided applications in Ealing over 12 months (23 granted, 3 refused).
Ealing has over 30 conservation areas including Bedford Park — England's first garden suburb, with notoriously strict design controls — plus Ealing Common, Hanwell, Northfields, and Walpole. Listed building density is high in Bedford Park. Article 4 Directions restrict external changes in Bedford Park and other heritage areas, targeting window replacements and external alterations. The council's conservation enforcement is consistently active.
Recent wraparound extension decisions in Ealing
The 5 most recent decided applications. Addresses redacted to postcode area.
Replacement of existing Brentham Pattern and Double Glazed window assemblies with Brentham Pattern window assemblies to side and rear ele…
Conversion of roof space to habitable use incorporating dormer windows to the rear and side roof slopes; installation of two rooflights t…
Single storey wraparound extension
Construction of a side and rear boundary wall with piers (following the demolition of the existing boundary wall and piers)
Enlargement of existing outrigger roof extension, incorporating one Juliet balcony; alterations to the side and rear elevations involving…
These are borough-wide. See the 5 nearest to your address.
Check your address freePermitted Development Rules
Enlargement, improvement or other alteration of a dwellinghouse
GPDO 2015, Schedule 2, Part 1, Class A
A wraparound extension combines a rear and side extension. It's assessed under Part 1, Class A of the GPDO and must comply with the limits for both rear depth and side width.
Key dimension limits
These are the maximum GPDO limits for a detached house with no constraints. Your actual limits depend on your property type, location, and any planning restrictions.
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Check my limitsTypical Costs in London
Wraparound extensions cost more than a simple rear or side extension due to the larger footprint and more complex structural requirements.
Cost per m²
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Typical total
Based on 20–30 m²
Typically includes
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Combines rear and side extension. Costs at the higher end due to larger footprint and structural complexity.
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Get my estimateWhich Professionals Do You Need?
Wraparound extensions have complex geometry with multiple roof junctions and typically benefit from professional design input.
You'll need a party wall surveyor for this project.
Wraparound extensions have complex geometry with multiple roof junctions that benefit from professional design.
Typical fee: £2,000–£5,000 (Plans + Building Regs)
Single storey extensions typically need structural calculations for any openings in existing walls and for foundations.
Typical fee: £500–£1,500
Your semi-detached house shares a boundary with neighbours. Extensions and loft work within 3 metres of a shared wall trigger the Party Wall Act.
Typical fee: £700–£1,500 (per neighbour)
This guidance is based on a typical semi-detached house with no special constraints. Listed buildings, conservation areas, and attached properties may require additional professional input.
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Get personalised guidanceConservation Areas & Listed Buildings
In conservation areas, the side element of a wraparound extension is not permitted development. The rear element is limited to 3 metres depth.
Properties in conservation areas often have reduced permitted development rights. Some project types (like side extensions) lose PD rights entirely. An Article 4 Direction can remove additional PD rights.
Listed buildings (Grade I, II*, or II) have no permitted development rights at all. Any external alteration requires Listed Building Consent in addition to any planning permission. An architect experienced in heritage work is essential.
Check if your property is in a conservation area or has other planning constraints.
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