Planning permission drawings, extensions, loft conversions, and building regulations for Teddington's Victorian and Edwardian properties. MCIAT chartered, fixed fees, Richmond Council expertise built in.
Teddington sits in the TW11 postcode at the southern edge of the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, where the river passes Teddington Lock and becomes non-tidal. Its family-oriented character, excellent schools, and attractive Victorian and Edwardian housing make it one of south-west London's most desirable residential areas.
Conservation area protection: Parts of Teddington fall within conservation areas including the Teddington Lock Conservation Area. Richmond Council applies Article 4 Directions that remove permitted development rights for many external alterations, meaning planning permission is required for roof changes, window replacements, and extensions within these zones.
Victorian and Edwardian housing: Teddington's residential streets contain a mix of Victorian terraces, Edwardian semis, and inter-war houses. These properties are popular candidates for rear extensions, loft conversions, and whole-house refurbishment. Richmond Council expects designs that respect the existing character while meeting modern living standards.
Riverside properties: Properties near the Thames and Teddington Lock may require flood risk assessments. The council protects the riverside character and views through specific planning policies. Our MCIAT-chartered team incorporates these requirements into applications from the outset.
High design standards: Richmond Council maintains some of London's highest design standards for residential extensions. Materials, proportions, and detailing are all closely scrutinised. Our team designs extensions that meet these standards while delivering the space and functionality our clients need.
Single planning or regs submission.
Planning + building regs + structural.
Listed, conservation, complex sites.
Direct answers to the questions Teddington homeowners ask us every week about planning, extensions, and loft conversions.
Start a free quoteYes, extensions are very common in Teddington. Outside conservation areas, single-storey rear extensions under permitted development are straightforward. Within conservation areas, planning permission is required. Richmond Council has high design standards. We design extensions that comply with local policy and submit the necessary applications.
Richmond Council requires dormer designs that respect the existing roof profile and use matching materials. Within conservation areas, planning permission is needed. Outside conservation areas, rear dormers under permitted development are achievable. We survey your roof and advise on the best conversion type.
Properties near the Thames or Teddington Lock may require a Flood Risk Assessment with their planning application. The Environment Agency is consulted for developments in Flood Zones 2 and 3. We advise on whether this applies to your property and coordinate the assessment.
Our Essentials package starts from £840. The Complete package from £1,750 covers planning, building regulations, and structural calculations. Fixed fees throughout.
Richmond Council targets 8 weeks for householder applications. Conservation area applications may take longer due to heritage officer review and the 21-day notification period. Pre-application advice is available and recommended for complex schemes.
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Every service you need for a Teddington project, from a single chartered team.
Rear extensions, side returns, wraparounds, and basement feasibility for local housing stock.
Dormers, mansards, and Velux conversions designed for local roof profiles and planning constraints.
Full planning applications — heritage-sensitive drawings, Design & Access Statements, council officer liaison.
Free quote in 60 seconds. Fixed fee from £840. MCIAT chartered. Conservation area expertise included.
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