For simplicity, there is one scale of fees for work to extending an building, or for new work.

There are two usual methods of invoicing for fees - according to the work stages, or monthly. For most projects it is more sensible to invoice when each stage is reached, as the work will not progress smoothly or predictably, unless it is a very large job taking up our whole time where fees will inevitably need to be charged on a monthly basis. There are inevitable pauses, eg while awaiting Statutory Approvals or between tender acceptance and start on site.

The total fee (see Guide to Fee Levels) shall be based on nett increase in floor space, and split as follows:
£25.60 per sq. m. for work stages A – C Planning (40% of Full Fee)
£12.80 per sq. m. for work stage D Building Control (20% of Full Fee)
£6.40 per sq. m. for work stage E Prepare specification (Optional)
£9.60 per sq. m. for work stage F Tendering (Optional)
£9.60 per sq. m. for work stage G Supervision (Optional)
25% deposit is required with all jobs.

Are there any hidden extras?
It is essential that you are made fully aware of additional costs that may be associated with the proposal.

VAT is not applied to our fees.
We pass on our out of pocket expenses at cost price, covering for example: printing, photocopying, postage, travel, photography etc.
Payment is required within 5 working days, and payment cannot be conditional upon planning approval being granted.
Further amendments to the plans, site visits and correspondence following the First or Second amendments or if additional information is required by Building Control shall be charged at £50.00 per hour.

Design and Project Management work to existing buildings is charged at £50.00 per hour.

A1 copies of the plans may be provided at a cost of £2.80 per copy.

Ordnance Survey Location Plans to accompany the Planning Application or Building Regulations Applications are charged at £36.00.

There will be a Planning Application Fee (in accordance with LA scale of charges), payable to the Local Authority Planning Department with application. (VAT not applicable).

Building Regulations Application Plan Fees are applicable (in accordance with LA scale of charges and payable with the application to the Local Authority Building Control Department). (VAT applicable).

Building Regulations Inspection fee (in accordance with LA scale of charges and payable following the first inspection visit by the LA Building Inspector direct to the Local Authority Building Control Department). (VAT applicable).

You may require the services of a Structural Engineer or Quantity Surveyor. Their costs are charged at cost price and the exact fee shall be confirmed by Structural Engineer prior to them proceeding with any work.

Services of a SAP Engineer to calculate the amount of heat loss (This may be a requirement of Building Control). To be charged at cost price, and the exact fee shall be confirmed by Engineer prior to proceeding with any work.

All plans are subject to Copyright and remain the property of R S Woods and Woods Design Services. The plans may not be copied or reproduced without written authority.

Any other costs that may occur, that are outside the control of Woods Design Service Limited (e.g. Structural Engineer, Quantity Surveyor, Planning and Building Control Fees) may increase and prices cannot be guaranteed.

We are unable to guarantee that Planning Approval will be granted.