Semi-detached Side Return Extensions London

You may be thinking of a semi-detached extension but feel a bit reticent to move forward with it because of possible restrictions due to the neighbouring property that is attached. There are lots of options to extend your semi-detached home and it is not a complicated as you think. All homes in London – detached, terrace or semi-detached need to go through what is called a party wall process and get party wall agreements. The purpose of the party wall agreement is to stop disputes arising between neighbours and to help resolve them should they arise. The Party Wall Act 1996 applies to houses in England and Wales and was devised to prevent building work that could compromise the structural integrity of any shared wall (party wall) or adjoining properties.

How can I extend my semi-detached home?

There are plenty of options for extending a semi-detached house in London. A rear extension combined with a side return is a great option to open up the space to the back and side and utilising that typical dead space between your property and the dividing wall. There are also plenty of design ideas for a semi-detached house extension. You can have a modern flat roof extension with roof lights or a pitched roof extension. A nice alternative is a gable ended extension. There really is no limit to the design of an extension of a semi-detached house. You can work with an architect to develop something unique and modern. Our in-house design team is ready to help you visualise your ideas and show you how you can extend your home.

What are the benefits of a semi-detached extension?

There are significant benefits to extending your semi-detached house. You can extend to the side (side-return extension) or to the rear (rear extension) or a combination of both. The biggest advantage of an extension is the creation of open space for the whole family. An extension is also perfect for adding an extra bedroom or utility room to the house. You may think that adding an extension to a semi-detached house is eating into your garden space, which, we all know is a premium commodity in London. However, with a side-return extension you are making more space for your family and making the garden more accessible and user friendly all year round. You are also making use of the side passage outside the house that has a very limited functionality anyway.