Greenwich Council (Royal Borough of Greenwich)
Builders in Greenwich
Housing stock, planning and conservation notes, and indicative costs for extensions, lofts and renovations in Greenwich. Request quotes from independent local builders — Home Builders does not carry out building work.
Homes in Greenwich
Greenwich ranges from historic town centre and Blackheath villas to Victorian terraces, interwar estates and riverside regeneration at Woolwich.
Typical projects here
Rear extensions, loft conversions, flat refurbishments and sensitive works near historic streets.
Services in Greenwich
Planning and conservation in Greenwich
Planning and building control in this area are handled by Greenwich Council (Royal Borough of Greenwich). World Heritage setting around Maritime Greenwich, many conservation areas, and riverside flood risk are common planning considerations. Before you design, check whether your property is in a conservation area, is listed or is covered by an Article 4 direction; these change what you can build without permission. Our guide to permitted development in London explains the national rules, and loft conversion regulations covers roof works.
Projects near the World Heritage Site or in conservation areas usually need early design advice and may need planning permission even for modest changes.
Typical building costs in Greenwich
Costs in Greenwich usually sit between outer London rates (about £2,500 to £3,500 per m²) and central London rates (about £3,500 to £4,500+ per m²), depending on the street, access and specification. Budget on top for professional fees (about 15%), consents and contingency (8–15%) and VAT at 20% on extensions and renovations. These are indicative industry ranges for 2026, not a quote; see our London cost guide or request fixed quotes from local builders.
Neighbourhoods in Greenwich
Questions about building in Greenwich
Can I request quotes from builders in Greenwich?
Yes. Quote requests are accepted from anywhere in Greenwich, including Greenwich, Woolwich, Blackheath, Eltham, Charlton, Plumstead, Thamesmead, across London and the wider UK. With your consent, we pass your enquiry to up to 3 local builders who advertise with us.
Do I need planning permission for an extension in Greenwich?
It depends on your property. Houses outside conservation areas may be able to use permitted development, while flats, conservation areas and Article 4 directions usually mean an application to Greenwich Council (Royal Borough of Greenwich). A Lawful Development Certificate gives certainty.
Should I check a builder’s insurance?
We ask every builder who advertises with us to provide proof of current public liability insurance before they are listed. Always check each builder’s insurance, references, written quote and trade body membership yourself before work starts.
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Request quotes for your Greenwich project
Tell us about your extension, loft or renovation anywhere in the UK. With your consent, we pass your enquiry to up to 3 independent builders who advertise with us, so they can contact you with quotes. We do not carry out building work ourselves.
- Free to use, no obligation
- Up to 3 builders, only with your consent
- Always check each builder’s insurance, references and written quote