A1Architects - Fees 2021 - Single Storey Extension Where Planning Permission Is Required

Oct 29, 2026

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A1Architects fee schedule for 2021 outlining fixed-fee pricing for home renovations and extensions, especially a single storey extension where planning permission is required. The document contrasts fixed fees with typical percentage-based architect fees and provides example budgets showing VAT-inclusive outcomes. It details service stages including inception, site visit and advice, CAD survey, outline design, planning application, tender stage, post-planning compliance, project planning, commencement and site operations, certificates, and architects’ opinions on compliance. It also covers additional consultant roles and BC(A)R building owner obligations.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages3

Reading Time8 min

AccessFree to download

Our Fees

Example fee calculations

Inception and Outline

Inception

Outline design and CAD survey

Design, Tender, and Compliance

Design and planning application

Tender stage

Post planning compliance

Project planning and site operations

Certificates and Compliance Opinions

Architects certs and opinions

Other consultants and Client obligations

Structural engineer, quantity surveyor, health and safety consultant

BC(A)R system and building owner duties

FEES 2021 A 1 A R C H I T E C T S ARCHITECTS DESIGNERS PROJECT MANAGERS appendix "A") P A C K 2 SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION WHERE PLANNING PERMISSION IS REQUIRED *FIXED FEE BASED ON CLIENT'S BUDGET OF € Our Fees The average fee charged by majority of RIAI architects for home renovation and extension is10% of the construction cost. In order to improve cost control we propose a fixed fee for our services. Our fixed fee is not only lower comparing to majority of architects but also at each stage of the build you will know what our fees are. No unpleasant surprises on completion of the project. Example 1. House renovation and a single storey extension to rear-budget 130,000 Other Architect's percentage fee 130,000 x 10% = 13,000+VATOur fee (Pack 1): 9,200+VAT Example 2. House renovation and a large single storey extension (planning permission required) -budget 190,000 Other Architect's percentage fee= 190,000 x 10% = 19,000+VATOur fee (Pack 2): 13,200+VAT Example 3. House renovation and a large 2 storey extension to rear-budget 400,000 Other Architect's percentage fee: 400,000 x 7%(reduced fee for larger projects) = 28,000+VATOur fee (Pack 3): 18,300+VAT INCEPTION € 0 Visit site, provide general advice to the client OUTLINE €4500+VAT -Take client’s instruction and discuss proposals with other professionals, -Prepare CAD survey of existing house (1200 euro+ VAT for houses up to 100 sq m, for complex/bigger houses the fee may increase), -Outline design (3300 euro+ vat), External 3d visuals and natural light & shadow analysis | DESIGN €1600+VAT
-Prepare a planning application
Approximate additional expenses paid by client: | | | --- | --- | | Printing/Photocopying Couriers/postage Planning fee Ordnance Survey Newspaper Ad. | 60.00 15.00 34.00
120.00
200.00-250.00 | DETAIL DESIGN €4100+VAT Provide detailed drawings / specification and ensure that design complies with building regulations. A1Architects The Avila, 125 Drimnagh Road, Walkinstown, Dublin 12A8XC e-mail: :[info@a1architects.com](info@a1architects.com) T : +353 872956157 +353 871320994 [www.a1architects.com](www.a1architects.com) FEES 2021 A 1 A R C H I T E C T S ARCHITECTS DESIGNERS PROJECT MANAGERS | TENDER €450+VAT
Put the project out to tender
Approximate additional expenses paid by client during tender stage if hard copies are required, usually digital version are sufficient : | | | --- | --- | | Printing/Photocopying Couriers/postage
Detailed tender review (by QS) | 60.00
15.00 500-700 | POST PLANNING COMPLIANCE (if requested by planning permission) approx. €250+VAT PROJECT PLANNING €300+VAT Arrange for contract to be signed with selected Contractor, RIAI contracts, COMMENCEMENT NOTICE €250+VAT ON SITE OPERATIONS €1600+ VAT 8 site visits during construction to enable the works to be certified on completion. The day to day management and supervision of the work is by the client and contractor. If more assistance is required or the loan lender requires to check the progress of works each additional site visit will cost € 200+ VAT, each bank cert €50 + VAT/per cert ARCHITECTS CERTS (2 certificates required, €200+VAT/per certificate) €400+VAT Architects Opinion on Compliance with Building Regulations and Architect's Opinion on Compliance with Planning Permission and /or Exemption from Planning Control, O T H E R C O N S U L T A N T S: STRUCTURAL ENGINEER-required during planning/tender/construction stage (to design structural elements like beams , foundations, drainage etc.) QUANTITY SURVEYOR-recommended for pre-planning estimate-we strongly advise to check the construction cost before the planning application is lodged. HEALTH AND SAFETY CONSULTANT-required under new regulations New responsibilities for homeowners under Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 The Client's duties under the regulations include: -Appointing compet

FAQs

How does A1Architects’ fixed fee compare with typical percentage-based architect fees?

The schedule proposes a fixed fee to improve cost control and avoid surprises at completion. It is positioned as lower than most architects’ percentage fees while clearly stating fees at each stage.

What fees and deliverables are included from inception through outline design?

The inception stage includes a site visit and general advice. Outline design includes taking the client’s instructions, discussing proposals with other professionals, preparing a CAD survey, and completing outline design with external 3D visuals and natural light/shadow analysis.

Which additional documents and costs may be paid by the client during the tender stage?

During tender, the client may pay approximate additional expenses such as printing/photocopying, couriers/postage, and detailed tender review by a quantity surveyor, with hard copies only if required.

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