Wraparound extension in South Ribble: Planning Permission Guide

Your guide to wraparound extensions in South Ribble — combining rear and side extensions under one project.

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Wraparound extensions in South Ribble at a glance

100%

approved *

8

weeks typical

Based on 10 decided applications in South Ribble over 12 months (10 granted, 0 refused). * Limited data — treat as indicative.

South Ribble has conservation areas including Penwortham, Hutton, Leyland village, and Longton. Listed buildings cluster around Penwortham Priory, Penwortham Old Hall, and around historic village churches. Green Belt covers substantial rural portions of the borough. Flood zones apply along the Ribble and around the estuary. The borough mixes post-war suburban housing around Leyland and Penwortham with historic village cores and rural land. Ribble Estuary SSSI affects southern coastal parcels.

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Recent wraparound extension decisions in South Ribble

The 5 most recent decided applications. Addresses redacted to postcode area.

Application Withdrawn

The installation of a 20m monopole with wraparound cabinet supporting 6no. antennas, 2no. 300mm transmission dishes, installation of 3no.…

PR12026-03-31
Granted

Raising and improvement of the existing boundary wall to the side and rear elevations of the Old Police Station, installation of a cappin…

2026-01-05
Granted

Demolition of existing garage and erection of two storey side and rear wrap around extension

PR252025-12-04
Granted

Non-Material Amendment to Planning Permission 07/2024/00736/FUL for New bay window on the front elevation, extension of open-plan living …

2025-11-26
Granted

Construction of a dormers to front, side and rear and with landscaping works to create off road parking

PR252025-11-13

These are borough-wide. See the 5 nearest to your address.

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Permitted Development Rules

Class APart 1

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

Rear: up to 4m depthSide: max 2.8m widthMax 4m height, single storey

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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Typical Costs in North West England

Wraparound extensions cost more than a simple rear or side extension due to the larger footprint and more complex structural requirements.

Single storey wraparound extensionNorth West England

Cost per m²

£1,400£2,600

construction rate

Typical total

£32,000£65,000

Based on 20–30

Typically includes

FoundationsStructureRoofElectricsPlumbingBasic finishes

Typically excludes

Kitchen fittingPlanning application feeBuilding regs feeParty wall surveyorArchitect fees

Combines rear and side extension. Costs at the higher end due to larger footprint and structural complexity.

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Which 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.

Architect / designerRecommended

Wraparound extensions have complex geometry with multiple roof junctions that benefit from professional design.

Typical fee: £2,000£5,000 (Plans + Building Regs)

Structural engineerRecommended

Single storey extensions typically need structural calculations for any openings in existing walls and for foundations.

Typical fee: £500£1,500

Party wall surveyorEssential

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)

Planning consultantNot needed

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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Conservation 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.

Conservation areas

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

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.

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