Annexe Construction in Caversham

Annexe construction in Caversham by Stephen Anthony Developments. Self contained annexes for a relative, a returning family member or a lodger, built either attached to the house or standing separately in the garden.

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Annexes for Family or for Letting

Most annexes are built so a parent or an adult child can live close but independently. Others are built to let out. The two need different layouts and different paperwork, so it is worth being clear which one you are building from the start.

Annexe construction in Caversham with a single storey self contained annexe being built

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Attached or Standalone

An attached annexe is usually cheaper, because it shares walls, drains and heating with the house. A standalone building in the garden gives more privacy and separation but needs its own services running out to it. Garden size and access usually decide which is practical.

Planning Rules for Annexes

Annexes are treated differently from a normal extension. Councils look at whether the space is genuinely part of the main home or a separate dwelling, which affects planning and council tax. Kitchens and separate entrances are the details they focus on.

About us

Annexe construction has grown steadily as more families house relatives at home. We build both attached and garden annexes, handling the drains, the power, the insulation and the finish. Our 34 years of extension work means a new annexe ties cleanly into the existing house rather than looking bolted on.

34 years building across Caversham and Reading
Show home in RG4 you can look round
Office in RG4 and clients are welcome to call in
One team from groundworks to final finish
Written quotes before any work is agreed

STILL NOT SURE?

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need planning permission for an annexe in Caversham?

Usually yes for a self contained annexe, because councils treat it differently from an ordinary extension. Some garden buildings fall under permitted development if they are ancillary to the house and have no separate access. The detail matters, so check before you commit to a design.

How long does it take to build an annexe?

An attached annexe usually takes twelve to eighteen weeks. A standalone garden annexe can be quicker on the build but takes longer to service, since drainage, water and power all have to be run out from the house. Planning time comes before either.

Will an annexe change my council tax?

It can. If the annexe is genuinely self contained it may be banded separately, though there are discounts where a dependent relative lives in it. Your council will confirm the position for your property. It is worth asking them before the design is finalised.