Is Bradford Peverell in the AONB?

Parts of the surrounding countryside are within the Dorset AONB. If your property is in the AONB, side extensions and cladding changes need planning permission. We verify your property's status against the AONB boundary as standard.

Can I extend a period cottage in Bradford Peverell?

Yes. Period cottages can be extended sympathetically — using matching local stone or brick, clay tiles, and modest proportions. If the cottage is listed, Listed Building Consent is required for any work affecting its character. We specialise in designing for heritage constraints.

Extension Plans in Bradford Peverell, Dorchester

Bradford Peverell is a small village west of Dorchester, offering a rural lifestyle within commuting distance of the town. The village has a distinct character with period properties and more modern additions.

Property mix in Bradford Peverell

Period cottages and farmhouses, some 1960s–1970s houses, and a few newer infill developments. The rural location and village character mean extensions should use sympathetic materials and scale. Some properties may be in the Dorset AONB.

Our services in Dorchester

3D Laser Survey

£650

A 1.5-hour on-site visit with a 3D laser scanner to capture millimetre-accurate measurements of your property. The foundation for precise structural calculations and planning drawings.

Structural Calculations

£350

Engineer-certified structural calculations for your extension or wall removal. Covers beam sizing, foundation design, and Building Regulations compliance.

Planning Application

£2,200

Full householder planning application preparation and submission. We handle the drawings, design and access statement, and council liaison from start to finish.

Building Regulations Drawings

£399

Technical construction detail drawings that satisfy Building Regulations. Covers insulation, drainage, structural details, and everything your builder and building control need.

Builder Introduction

£149

We match you with 2–3 vetted local builders who specialise in your type of project. Includes a professional brief so every builder quotes on the same scope.

Certificate of Lawfulness

£1,500

A legal document confirming your extension falls within Permitted Development rights. Protects you at resale — mortgage lenders and solicitors expect it.