Cost of an architect/draftsperson

WPC123

First post so hope correct area. I have decided to extend my house by having an extension (office area) built on the side of my house. I know the house has been extended in the past and I have spoken with my local council and they have told me a formal planning application and building regulation application will need to be made. They have indicated there should be no problems in gaing the consent.
A neighbour has recommended the services of a local draftsperson and the guy is coming around to see me early in the New Year. He has explained he is not a fully qualified architect however he appears to have done a stack of work in the area so I will find out a few names so I can check him out.
The extension is just a single storey room with a sloping roof approx 12 feet x 10 feet (new home office) ..... to start with all I want is the drawings for him or me to submit to the council. I know the council have their fees but what is a typical price to pay the draftsperson to produce the drawings?
Thankyou.

teneighty

Generally for a simple small single storey extension I would expect around £500 to be a reasonable fee to prepare and submit Planning drawings (Council Planning Fee extra) upto £1000 for something out of the ordinary or rather special. Allow an extra £250-£500 for Building Regulations drawings and application, again Council fee not included.
You could probably find it cheaper if you shop around or pay more if you go to a large architects practice. You pays your money and you takes your choice.
Get some recommendations, ask for a free initial consultation and obtain some fee quotes. Rather than going for the cheapest I would go with the one that is likely to produce the best design tailored to your exact needs. I suspect some of the cheaper firms have almost standard designs they churn out to keep the costs down. You should get a feel for their design ideas from the consultation.

Good Luck

WPC123

Thanks 10/80 - your imput appreciated. In effect I have already chosen the guy (highly recommended) but not confirmed the fee - I just wanted some idea what to expect when he comes around in January ~ should he be a lot higher than your suggestion I can at least quiz him.

karl-123

my nephew did my drawings
he is 22 fully qualified and he charged me £50
for my extension, he works for a posh firm,
i was happy

Hintza

We are paying our architect 7% of build costs (including project managing the new build) + petrol.

WPC123

karl-123 wrote: »

my nephew did my drawings
he is 22 fully qualified and he charged me £50
for my extension, he works for a posh firm,
i was happy

I think I would be happy with £50!

We are paying our architect 7% of build costs (including project managing the new build) + petrol.

Have a builder in mind so don't need it managing but thanks for response.

111KAB

karl-123 wrote: »

my nephew did my drawings
he is 22 fully qualified and he charged me £50
for my extension, he works for a posh firm,
i was happy

I assume you do not mean a fully qualified Architect as this would be impossible in the UK to achieve by the age of 22. Leaving school at 18 with a minimum 6 years until Architect and 7 years until RIBA Part II ie A five-year accredited degree course, plus two years practical work in an architect's office. Most architects complete a five year accredited degree course. This is usually split into two parts - a three year course (RIBA Part 1) and a further two-year course (RIBA part 2). You also need at least two years experience working in an architects office, which most students complete after part 1 and 2 of the course. Only at this point can you complete the RIBA part 3 Examination in Professional Practice and Management. Then you can go and work as a fully qualified architect.
He may work for a posh firm and you may be happy but I doubt he is an Architect

iamcornholio

I'd say £600 for a single storey extension for both planning and b/regs drawings.

Ask if planning permission is actually required or if the proposal can be done under permitted development

Also ask for other possible fees - build over agreement with the water authority, structural engineer fees, party wall agreement fees