PLANNING APPLICATION DRAWINGS NEWCASTLE. DONE IN FIVE WORKING DAYS.
Before Newcastle City Council will accept your application, you need a complete set of accurate drawings. We prepare the full package for homeowners across the North East — measured on site, council-ready from day one.
TURNAROUND
5 DAYS
FROM
£450
/ 01 — DRAWING PACKAGE
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR
PLANNING APPLICATION
DRAWING PACKAGE
Every householder planning application in Newcastle requires a complete drawing set. Missing or incorrect drawings are the most common reason applications are delayed or returned by the council.
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Proposed floor plans — new layout with dimensions
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Site location plan (OS-based, 1:1250)
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Planning statement where required by NCC
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Existing floor plans — as-built layout of your current property
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Front, rear and side elevations
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Block plan (1:500)
All drawings prepared to Planning Portal standard — ready to submit on day one.
/ 02 — PLANNING PERMISSION
DOES YOUR PROJECT
NEED A PLANNING PERMISSION?
Not every project requires a full planning application. Some fall under Permitted Development — no formal application needed. We confirm your planning route before any drawings are prepared.
FULL PLANNING REQUIRED
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Double-storey or side extension on a terraced or semi-detached house
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Loft conversion with a dormer or hip-to-gable change
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Property in a Newcastle conservation area
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Article 4 direction applies to your street
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Any change that exceeds Permitted Development limits
PERMITTED DEVELOPMENT
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Single-storey rear extension within size limits
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Velux rooflight loft conversion
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Integral garage conversion with no external changes
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Property is not in a conservation area
Not sure which applies? We confirm your planning route before any drawings are prepared — no guesswork, no wasted time.
/ 03 — PRICING
FIXED PRICING.
NO HIDDEN EXTRAS.
RESIDENTIAL PACKAGES FROM
£450
Depending on property size and project complexity.
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Location plan included
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Block plan included
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Planning statement included
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No add-ons, no extras
30% deposit on agreement. Remainder on delivery.
The council's own application fee — currently £258 — is paid separately via the Planning Portal.
/ 04 — HOW IT WORKS
FOUR STEPS TO YOUR
PLANNING APPLICATION DRAWINGS
Four steps from first contact to a complete, council-ready drawing package — no chasing, no delays, no surprises.
STEP 01
Tell Us About Your Project
Describe what you're planning — extension, loft, garage, or something else. Send your address and a rough idea of the layout. No existing plans needed.
STEP 02
Fixed quote within 24 hours
We confirm your planning route and provide a fixed price. No hourly rates, no add-ons for location plan, block plan or planning statement.
STEP 03
Site visit
We visit your property across Newcastle and the North East to take accurate measurements. Your drawings are based on the actual building — not generic templates.
STEP 04
Drawings in 5 working days
Your complete drawing package is delivered within 5 working days of the site visit. Ready to submit via the Planning Portal.
/ 05 — WHY CHOOSE US
WHY NEWCASTLE HOMEOWNERS
CHOOSE SET SQUARE DRAFTING
Measured on site
Drawings prepared from photos or rough sketches are the most common reason planning applications are queried or refused. We visit your property, take accurate measurements, and base every drawing on the actual building.
Prepared to Newcastle City Council standard
We know what NCC expects — conservation area requirements, Article 4 directions, and local drawing standards. Your application is prepared correctly from the start.
Fixed price, agreed upfront
You'll have a confirmed quote before any work begins. No hourly rates, no surprises. Location plan, block plan and planning statement are all included.
One person, start to finish
You deal directly with the person preparing your drawings throughout the project. No account managers, no handoffs.
/ 06 — COVERAGE
ACROSS NEWCASTLE AND
THE NORTH EAST
Projects regularly carried out across Newcastle upon Tyne, Gosforth, Jesmond, Heaton, Benton, Gateshead, Wallsend, Whitley Bay and surrounding areas.
NEWCASTLE CITY
SOUTH TYNESIDE
GOSFORTH
JESMOND
WALLSEND
GATESHEAD
NORTH TYNESIDE
BENTON
WHITLEY BAY
HEATON
We also prepare garage conversion drawings, loft conversion drawings and house extension plans across Newcastle.
/ 07 — FAQ
PLANNING APPLICATION DRAWINGS —
COMMON QUESTIONS
DO I NEED PLANNING PERMISSION FOR MY PROJECT?
It depends on the type and scale of work. Many smaller projects fall under Permitted Development — no full application needed. We confirm your planning route before any drawings are prepared.
WHAT DRAWINGS DOES NEWCASTLE CITY COUNCIL REQUIRE?
For a householder planning application: existing and proposed floor plans, front, rear and side elevations, a 1:1250 site location plan and 1:500 block plan. A planning statement may also be required. We prepare the complete package — nothing missing on day one.
HOW MUCH DOES A PLANNING APPLICATION COST IN NEWCASTLE?
The council fee for a householder planning application in England is £258, paid directly via the Planning Portal. This is separate from our drawing fee, which starts from £450.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO GET MY DRAWINGS?
5 working days from the site visit. The clock starts after the visit and deposit — not after your first enquiry. We confirm the exact timeframe before you commit.
CAN YOU SUBMIT THE DRAWINGS TO THE COUNCIL ON MY BEHALF?
Yes. Once your drawings are complete, we can guide you through Planning Portal submission or submit directly on your behalf.
WILL MY APPLICATION DEFINITELY BE APPROVED?
No company can guarantee planning approval. However, clear and accurate drawings reduce the risk of validation delays and help the council properly assess the proposal from the start.
WHAT IF THE COUNCIL REQUESTS CHANGES?
Minor amendments are included at no additional charge. If significant redesign is needed, we discuss options before any additional work begins.
READY TO START YOUR
PLANNING APPLICATION?
Tell us about your project — we'll confirm your planning route, agree a fixed price, and have your drawings ready in five working days.