Architects in Sutton

RIBA chartered architects for extensions, loft conversions, garden studios and new homes in Sutton, Cheam, Carshalton, Wallington, Worcester Park — with a record of planning approvals from the London Borough of Sutton.

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Council

London Borough of Sutton — planning applications are decided under the Sutton Local Plan and the London Plan.

Planning in Sutton

Sutton's suburban stock — 1930s semis and inter-war detached houses — suits generous rear and side extensions and loft conversions. The council pays close attention to garden depth and the spacing between houses.

Cheam Village, Carshalton Village and parts of Wallington are conservation areas with tighter rules on front elevations and roof forms.

Our work in Sutton

How we work with homeowners in Sutton

We are based in Morden, so a site visit anywhere in Sutton is straightforward. The first step is a free 20-minute call: tell us the address and what you are hoping to do, and we will give you an honest read on what the council is likely to approve before you spend anything.

Planning questions we hear in Sutton

Do I need planning permission for an extension in Sutton?
Many single-storey rear extensions fall within permitted development, but Sutton's conservation areas and any Article 4 directions change that. We check the property's status before advising.
How long does Sutton council take to decide a householder application?
The statutory period is 8 weeks from validation. Allow 10 to 12 weeks in practice, and longer if the application goes to committee.
Which parts of Sutton are conservation areas?
Cheam Village, Carshalton Village and parts of Wallington are conservation areas with tighter rules on front elevations and roof forms.

Planning a project in Sutton? Start with a free consultation.

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