What other fees or expenses will I need to pay in addition to Architect’s fees? 

For a project involving an extension or renovation you are likely to need to pay for a measured survey of the existing building, we will get competitive quotes for this for you, in most cases you should expect to pay between £1,000 and £1,500 + VAT depending on the size of the property. In some cases, you may require an additional topographical survey, this is always needed for a new build and can cost between £1,200 and £3,000 + VAT depending on the size and complexity of the site. 

There will also be some smaller payments for our expenses such as purchasing Ordinance Survey maps, contract documents etc. We will inform you about these prior to purchase. There will also be expenses for travel, printing and postage etc. as appropriate. 

Before the building work starts, you will need to take out appropriate insurance, often as a joint policy with the contractor. 

Any consultants required are appointed, and paid, directly by the client, and there will also be fees payable directly to apply for Planning and Building Control approval.