We carry out house extensions, loft conversions and refurbishments in Acton. A lot of the homes are Victorian and Edwardian terraces and mansion-block flats, where the right approach is different from the suburbs to the west.
Planning in Acton
Acton is in the London Borough of Ealing, and Ealing Council decides planning applications. There are conservation areas in Acton, and Ealing has used Article 4 directions to control changes in some of them. In those streets, small changes such as new windows or front walls may need permission.
Homes and typical work
Typical Acton homes are Victorian and Edwardian terraces, often with a rear outrigger and a side return. Common projects are a side-return or wrap-around extension, a loft conversion with a rear dormer, and a full refurbishment of a flat or a house.
Points particular to Acton
- For flats, the lease and the freeholder’s consent come first, and many leases restrict structural changes.
- A side-return extension on a terrace nearly always needs a party wall notice, and the drains beside the house need checking.
- Period features, such as sash windows, may need to be kept or matched in a conservation area.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need permission to refurbish a flat in Acton?
Cosmetic work usually does not, but structural changes, new openings and some alterations need the freeholder’s consent and may need Building Regulations approval.
Can you work in a conservation area?
Yes. We check the area’s rules at the start and explain what needs permission before work is priced.
Planning building work in Acton? Tell us about the property, and we will say what looks likely to need permission and arrange a free site visit.