Construction in Shenley: New Builds & Structural Work
New build homes, extensions and structural alterations in Shenley, built by an experienced team based in Hemel Hempstead.
New build homes, extensions and structural alterations in Shenley, built by an experienced team based in Hemel Hempstead.
Planning construction in Shenley? Call us on 01442 976 112
Last reviewed: by R Gabriel Carpentry & Builders
R Gabriel Carpentry & Builders takes on construction in Shenley of every size: new build houses, single and double-storey extensions, conservatories and load-bearing wall removal. We're based about 8 miles away in Hemel Hempstead and keep every trade in-house. Call 01442 976 112 for a free, no-obligation written quote.
At a glance
For construction in Shenley, we handle the structural work and everything that follows it. Typical projects include:
Find out more about our new build service, or read our guide to removing a load-bearing wall. For other work, see our pages on builders in Shenley and carpentry in Shenley.
Shenley is a village with Shenley Park and newer homes built on the former Shenley Hospital site. Homes in Shenley include cottages and modern developments.
Newer estate houses can carry planning conditions that remove permitted development rights, so we check the planning history before any design work starts. Green Belt policy around Shenley limits new building and large extensions, so a well-argued design and planning case matters. Historic cottages may have timber frames or soft brick and flint walls, so structural changes are planned around the original fabric.
Most construction projects in Shenley need Building Regulations approval, and many also need planning permission. New houses always need full planning permission, while some extensions can use permitted development.
Planning applications in Shenley are decided by Hertsmere Borough Council. Much of the countryside around Shenley is Metropolitan Green Belt. Permitted development still applies to most houses, but applications for larger extensions are judged on whether they are disproportionate to the original building.
If the work affects a shared wall or involves digging near a neighbour's foundations, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies too; see our guide to the Party Wall Act and the GOV.UK guide to Building Regulations approval.
We line up approvals, structural calculations and any party wall notices before work starts; see how our build process works.
Construction in Shenley needs a builder you can trust with structure, safety and budget. This is what you get with us:
“We have used them twice, exceptional overall - very good after care and communication.”
Yes. Shenley is about 8 miles from our base in Hemel Hempstead and sits well within the area we cover, along with nearby Ridge and Radlett.
Check whether it is listed or in a conservation area, how the existing walls and foundations are built, and whether it uses lime mortar. The structural engineer and building control will want to see that the new structure suits the old.
Usually, but check the planning conditions first. Some estates have had permitted development rights removed, so even a small extension may need a planning application.
Yes. We build bespoke new homes, starting with a consultation on layout, specification and finishes. A new house needs full planning permission from Hertsmere Borough Council and Building Regulations approval, and we build to the approved drawings. Much of the land around Shenley is Metropolitan Green Belt, where new homes face strict planning tests.
Yes. Removing a load-bearing wall needs a structural engineer's calculations for the new beam and Building Regulations approval. We prop the structure safely, install the beam on padstones and make good, so the room is ready to decorate.
If the work affects a shared wall, or you dig foundations within 3 metres of a neighbour's building (6 metres in some cases), the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies. You must serve notice: 2 months before work on a party wall and 1 month before excavations.
We take on everything from internal alterations and single-storey extensions to double-storey extensions and complete new homes. No job is too big or small, so tell us what you're planning and we'll arrange a free visit.
As well as Shenley, we cover nearby areas such as construction in Ridge, construction in Radlett, construction in Borehamwood and construction in South Mimms. See every place on our areas we cover page.
Planning work in Shenley? Call 01442 976 112 or 07799 800 880, message us on WhatsApp or send us your project details for a free, no-obligation quote.
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