Answers to Common Questions

Not always. Some extensions and alterations can be completed under Permitted Development Rights, while others require planning permission. We’ll assess your property and proposal and advise you on the most suitable route before proceeding.

Every project is different and approval can never be guaranteed. However, JNG Architectural Studio currently has a 92% planning approval rate. We assess your property, local planning policies and relevant planning history to help give your application the strongest possible chance of success.

The design stage depends on the complexity of your project and any revisions required. Once a standard householder planning application is validated, councils generally aim to determine it within around 8 weeks, although this can vary.

We can support you from your initial ideas through to planning approval and getting ready for construction. Depending on your chosen service, this can include a measured survey, architectural drawings, proposed designs, 3D visuals, planning documentation, application submission and communication with the council.

Yes. Our Building Regulations drawings are prepared in-house. Structural calculations are provided by a trusted external structural engineering company that we work closely with on our projects. We coordinate the process between both teams, making things as straightforward as possible for you.

Yes. Depending on your location, we may be able to introduce you to trusted contractors or help you assess potential builders. We can also provide additional support during construction, including liaising with your builder, structural engineer and other professionals involved in the project.

Book an initial consultation with our team. We’ll discuss your property, what you’re looking to achieve, your timescales and the best route forward. From there, we’ll provide clear next steps and a quotation for your project.