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Once you’ve taken the decision to demolish an existing structure, there is a process that needs to be followed to ensure the correct permission is granted and all health and safety legislation has been followed. A demolition specialist can help advise on what is (and isn’t) required, as well as timelines, and permissions for what you intend to use the land for after. Once all the paperwork is taken care of, they’ll bring in a team of people to carry out the demolition safely.
Costs for demolition
Costs vary depending on a number of factors, with £60-80 per square metre as a starting point. Demolishing semi-detached or terraced houses will incur additional costs as the adjoining properties will need structural support work after demolition. Ease of access and the volume of waste / hazardous waste disposal required will also affect the costs.
Renovating vs. demolition: some considerations
Considerations for demolition
- Building a brand new home is subject to a zero percent VAT rate. That means demolishing a building and starting from scratch can often be cheaper than building on top of the existing shell of a property (which is subject to VAT). This will typically depend on the amount of work required on what’s left of the existing property.
- Building from the foundations up means you’re in full control. This gives you peace of mind that everything’s been built securely and you’re not relying on the integrity of old walls.
Considerations for renovation
- There may be parts of the existing building that have features you’d like to work into your newly designed home. It’s a popular technique on TV shows like Grand Designs, and can help give your new home real character, while preserving some of the heritage of the existing site.
- Depending on exactly how much of the property could be saved, and your plans for the future size of the property (of which there are likely to be restrictions), it may be more cost effective to work with existing walls and structures.<
- Making alterations to an existing building can be much easier to get planning permission for. While demolition itself doesn’t often need planning permission, the details may need to be agreed with the local council, and a prior approval application will be needed for the new home you plan to build.
Guidance on planning policies
Planning policies will vary depending on where you are in the UK, but generally speaking, planning permission will be granted if you intend to replace an existing structure. It’s important to get planning permission before the demolition of the existing structure – if you remove the existing building, technically there’s nothing to replace, and your case for planning permission becomes weaker.
Whichever option you pursue, and wherever your plot is situated, planning policy is likely to have some of the same considerations such as:
- whether the building of the new property is in keeping with the character of the immediate area
- the size of the new property and/or its location
- services and amenities to neighbouring properties not being adversely affected.
There are the usual caveats here about listed properties or homes in national parks or conservation areas. For further details, check out the Planning Portal website.
Questions to ask a demolition specialist
- What are the pros and cons of demolition specific to your property?
- What advice would they offer regarding planning permission and demolition consent, and to what extent will they help you through this process?
- How long do they expect demolition to take?
- Can they break down the costs between demolition and waste disposal?
- What complications do they foresee and are there any cost implications?
- Will you be able to reuse the existing amenities into the building for your new property?
I am the proprietor of riverside property services. we are a family run business since 1973.We specialise in all types of specialist removal,building works and all types of roofing works undertaken Licences to take and carry all types of rubbish from household to bi hazard and asbestos. We specialise in all types of demolition works private and commercial. We are a reliable company with offices based in Surrey and covering all areas. No obligation free quotation for all works. Fully insured tradesmen
RLH driveways have been successfully installing driveways, patios and other paving solutions in Scotland for over 10 years. We have a reputation for quality service and a professional skilled workforce. We will provide you with a driveway or patio you can be proud of and add value to your home.
If you are thinking of extending, converting, or in any way structurally altering your home, we can assist you with any or every stage of your project.
Paul did an excellent job of removing the old storm porch that was attached to my front door. Everything removed, rubble taken away, great chat & well priced. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Paul to anyone looking to get some demolition work done! Thanks Paul!
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If you want building work done then GN Building Services are brilliant, not just excellent!. Before we said to go ahead he had introduced us to four former clients and showed us the work completed. He and his team are probably the hardest working tradesmen I have ever come across and talk about working to time and budget. I should really keep this review quiet as they are very much in demand and I need some more work doing - but I can not rate them highly enough.
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We are professional and reliable Essex based company with over 15 years experience in affordable alterations to your home or business,we are proud of our workmanship and always carry out work to the highest standard, No job is too big or small.
Polite hard working tradesmen with a very good quality of work.
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With over 10 years experience, our well qualified and certified team of hard working craftsman and specialists have a proven record of quality workmanship. We will help you with Painting & Decorating, Surface Preparation, Surface Protection, Storage Solutions, Bespoke Furniture and Carpentry. Most of our jobs are residential projects. When a homeowner works with my team, the process will look like this: - I offer a free visit to meet the client and discuss the job further, - Then I sent a quote and clearly explain what should be agreed before the job begins. I am always open to discuss end explain my quotes, - As soon as the job is confirmed, the client and my team agree on the start date, - We make sure the surroundings are protected before the job starts - We order the materials - We complete the job - When the job is finished, I always leave the floor protection for one day to make sure the client's expectations are met (or exceeded!) and once my client is happy I remove the floor protection and clean around. We are creative, we care and we exceed our clients' expectations. The protection of the surroundings is included within the initial quote, our highly skilled team of trade specialists focuses on high quality results and the materials supply and advising happen at no extra fee. Lastly e most important, a homeowner should choose West Home Renovations because we make your remodelling process stress-free and easy!
Very communicative. Did a brilliant and thorough job. Would not hesitate to recommend. Thanks so much!
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Punctual Knowledgable Hard working. Will look no further for future garden projects
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