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Dartford: extension rescue and compliance reset

Rear extension, Renovation. PD route. 14 weeks.

Dartford: extension rescue and compliance reset before
Dartford: extension rescue and compliance reset after
Before
After
Property type
Semi-detached
Project type
Rear extension, Renovation
Planning route
PD
Timeline
14 weeks
Size
24 m²
Budget band
£50k–£80k

The brief

Rescue a stalled extension and bring the finished form back within Permitted Development limits as a single-storey rear addition.

What made it tricky

  • Drainage conflicts discovered mid-build
  • Restricted access
  • Need to confirm PD depth and eaves height after poor documentation

Planning route

We audited the build against Class A PD thresholds (single-storey rear depth, eaves height near the boundary, and matching materials) and documented compliance for certainty.

Design + build approach

We completed a modest single-storey rear shell with matching materials, coordinated drainage, and reset the programme to a PD-compliant finish.

Want the same route?
  • Clear PD vs planning route
  • Risks flagged early
  • Survey → drawings → approvals → build
Planning route: PD

We kept the proposal within PD limits and documented compliance to reduce risk.

Timeline
Survey + brief1w
Drawings + revisions2w
Approvals / route confirmation2w
Pre-start + procurement1w
Build phase8w
Handover1w

Before / after gallery

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Client feedback

They fixed the issues and got the build back on track quickly.

Tom, Dartford

What this means for your home

If your project has stalled, a PD compliance audit can help you restart with a clear route.

FAQs for rescue projects

Can you fix a non-compliant extension?
Yes, but it depends on measurements and whether changes are still possible.

Is an LDC possible after build?
Sometimes, if the work is PD‑compliant and evidence is strong.

Want the same route?
  • Clear PD vs planning route
  • Risks flagged early
  • Survey → drawings → approvals → build
This result is based on your property details. For certainty, we recommend a quick consult and (where appropriate) an LDC.