A house build or extension is often a once in a lifetime experience, when you are looking to make more space for your family, create your dream home or add value to your property. We can help take the stress out of the planning process with a free planning consultation, giving you more control of what you want at an early stage.

Understanding your project needs

We will help you get the most out of your project before the planning stage and often before the involvement of architects to provide you with practical solutions and iron out any concerns you may have for the build. We find that working with you to plan your project at an early stage gives you more confidence and understanding of the build going forwards. We will help you answer any questions and guide you through the entire process.

Planning may not be needed for all projects and some works can be carried out with just a consultation.

Working together with your architect

Once we have completed our planning consultation we will liaise with yourselves and your architect to put into action any ideas we have discussed and ensure your project meets your expectations. Exact requirements, timescales and costs would be worked out at this stage.

Submit planning application

We would assist you in contacting the local planning department, outlining the proposed project and discovering any potential issues that may arise and delay the project. There are many factors that could affect a site including flood risk, tree preservation orders, conservation areas and listed buildings for example and these need to be taken into consideration when submitting any planning application. Once we know there are no obstacles to building, we can then submit the proposed planning application which usually takes between 6 - 8 weeks.

During the build

We take pride in our standard of work and will communicate with local building control to ensure that all work carried out meets current building regulation standards and is of a high standard at all times.  

From your initial contact with us through to completion, we will work closely with you to ensure your requirements and needs are met on time and on budget. Contact Chris Stephenson Building Services Ltd today for your free 1 hour planning consultation by calling 07712108590 or emailing us.

We cover Harrogate, Knaresborough, Wetherby, Collingham, Harewood, Boroughbridge, Ripon, York, Bedale, Thirsk, Northallerton and surrounding areas.