Architectural Fee Calculator
Estimate your architectural and structural engineering fees in seconds. Our transparent pricing works on a sliding scale from just 5.5% down to 3% of your construction cost — covering Planning, Building Control and Structural packages.
Estimate your fees
Enter your estimated construction cost below. Your total estimated fee is calculated on a sliding scale — from 5.5% for smaller projects down to 3% for larger ones — and split across the three stages.
Planning stage
£1,800
Measured survey, existing and proposed drawings, planning application preparation and submission to your local authority.
Building Control stage
£1,575
Building regulations drawings, technical specifications and coordination with Building Control for approval.
Structural package
£1,125
Structural calculations, RSJ steel beam design and structural drawings prepared by our in-house engineers.
Total estimated fee (4.5% of construction cost)
£4,500
Our fee scale
| Construction cost | Fee rate |
|---|---|
| Up to £50,000 | 5.5% |
| £50,001 – £100,000 | 4.5% |
| £100,001 – £150,000 | 4.5% |
| £150,001 – £200,000 | 3.5% |
| £200,001 – £250,000 | 3% |
| Over £250,000 | 3% |
This calculator gives an indicative estimate only — the exact fee for your project depends on its scope, complexity and site. Stage amounts shown are an indicative split of the total. For a fixed, no-obligation fee proposal, request a free quote or book a consultation.
Three stages, one integrated team
Our RIBA Chartered architects and in-house structural engineers work together under one roof — so your drawings, calculations and applications are fully coordinated from day one.
Planning stage
Measured survey, existing and proposed drawings, planning application preparation and submission to your local authority.
Building Control stage
Building regulations drawings, technical specifications and coordination with Building Control for approval.
Structural package
Structural calculations, RSJ steel beam design and structural drawings prepared by our in-house engineers.
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