GARAGE CONVERSION
DRAWINGS
NEWCASTLE.
Fixed price · 5 working days · No architects' fees
TURNAROUND
5 DAYS
FROM
£450
COVERAGE
NORTH EAST
/ 01 — DRAWING PACKAGE
GARAGE CONVERSION DRAWINGS
NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL STANDARD.
We prepare a complete set of planning drawings for garage conversions in Newcastle upon Tyne — to the exact standard the council requires. Whether you're converting a terraced house garage, a semi-detached integral, or a detached outbuilding, every drawing is to scale, correctly labelled, and ready for Planning Portal submission. We also produce drawings for house extensions and loft conversions across Newcastle.
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Existing ground floor plan — as built
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Proposed ground floor plan — new layout
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Front, rear and side elevations
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Site location plan (OS based, 1:1250)
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Block plan (1:500)
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Planning statement where required
/ 02 — WHY CHOOSE US
WHY NEWCASTLE HOMEOWNERS
CHOOSE SET SQUARE DRAFTING
Not an architect. Not a builder quoting for the job. We specialise in one thing — residential planning drawings in Newcastle and the North East.
Fixed Price. Agreed Upfront.
No hourly rates. No "we'll see how it goes." One fixed price before we start. Garage conversion planning drawings from £450 — full package included.
Prepared for Newcastle Council.
We know what Newcastle City Council expects. Our garage conversion drawings are prepared to local authority standard — reducing the risk of queries or refusals.
Working Days. Not Six Weeks.
Architects quote six weeks. We deliver garage conversion drawings in five working days. Same quality. A fraction of the wait.
Specialist. Not a Generalist.
We do residential planning drawings — nothing else. No large teams, no overhead, no mark-up. Just accurate drawings, done properly.
/ 03 — PERMITTED DEVELOPMENT
DOES YOUR GARAGE CONVERSION
NEED PLANNING PERMISSION?
Most garage conversions in Newcastle upon Tyne fall under Permitted Development — no full planning application required. That means lower cost and a faster route to getting started.
However, properties in conservation areas, those with an Article 4 direction, or conversions that change the external appearance may still require formal approval. We confirm your planning route before any drawings are prepared — no guesswork, no wasted time.
PERMITTED DEVELOPMENT USUALLY APPLIES IF:
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Integral or attached garage in a standard residential property
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No external walls, windows or roofline being altered
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Property is not in a Newcastle conservation area
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No Article 4 direction applies to your street
/ 04 — PROCESS
THREE STEPS TO YOUR
GARAGE CONVERSION DRAWINGS
STEP 01
Tell Us About Your Garage
Describe the conversion — bedroom, office, studio, utility. We confirm your planning route (Permitted Development or full application) and provide a fixed price within 24 hours.
STEP 02
We Visit Your Property
We take accurate site measurements across Newcastle and the North East. Terraced, semi-detached or detached — we work with the actual building, not generic templates.
STEP 03
Drawings in 5 Working Days
Your complete garage conversion drawing package is ready within 5 working days. Review, approve and submit to Newcastle City Council. We're available if the council comes back with queries.
/ 05 — FAQ
GARAGE CONVERSION DRAWINGS
— COMMON QUESTIONS
Do I need planning drawings for a garage conversion in Newcastle?
Even under Permitted Development, you'll need drawings for building regulations approval. If a full planning application is required, a complete drawing package is mandatory. We prepare both.
How long does Newcastle City Council take to decide?
Householder planning applications in Newcastle are typically processed within 8 weeks of valid submission. Our drawings are submitted-ready from day one — no delays on our end.
Can I convert a detached garage in Newcastle?
Yes. Detached garage conversions in Newcastle more often require a full planning application rather than Permitted Development. We'll confirm your specific situation before any work begins.
What if Newcastle Council requests changes to my drawings?
We prepare garage conversion drawings to the standard Newcastle City Council expects. Minor amendments included.
/ 06 — COVERAGE
GARAGE CONVERSION DRAWINGS
ACROSS THE NORTH EAST
We work with homeowners on terraced, semi-detached and detached properties across Newcastle upon Tyne and the wider region. Site visits available throughout:
NEWCASTLE CITY
SOUTH TYNESIDE
NORTH TYNESIDE
GATESHEAD
GOSFORTH
JESMOND
WHITLEY BAY
BENTON
HEATON
NORTHUMBERLAND