How much does planning retention cost Ireland?

Retention fee: €240, or €150 for each 1,000 metres length, or part thereof, whichever is the greater. Fee: €200, or €50 for each hectare of site area, whichever is the greater. Retention fee: €600, or €4150 for each hectare of site area, whichever is the greater.

How do I estimate architect fees?

Architect fees typically fall between 5% and 20% of the total project cost. For an average 2,700 square foot home with a build cost of $300,000, that comes out to $15,000 to $60,000. Less commonly, they charge $125 to $250 per hour and a few pros charge $2 to $10 per square foot.

How much do architects charge to draw up plans in Ireland?

Typically for an extension project up to €500,000 the percentage fee is between 9 and 11 per cent (plus the applicable VAT rate) of the contract sum (ex VAT).

Do I need retrospective after 10 years?

The 4 Year Rule applies to Class C3 houses and flats after four years of continuous use. The 10 Year Rule applies to other uses, such as C4 Houses in Multiple Occupation. But there are situations where action can be taken even after these time limits are up, in accordance with the Town and Country Planning Act.

Can planning be enforced after 10 years?

Any other breach of planning control, enforcement action must be taken within 10 years beginning with the date of the breach. This 10-year period applies to material changes of use and a breach of condition imposed on a planning permission.

What percentage are architects fees?

Clients could expect to pay architects around 7-10% of the construction cost from their project. Architects’ fees can be calculated in three ways: a percentage basis, a lump-sum basis, or time charged by agreement.

How much does an architect charge for planning application?

Architects’ fees will vary, based on their experience, expertise, track record, level and quality of service (read more on how to find a good archtiect here). An architects’ fees up to planning submission will be around 30%-35% of their overall project fee up to practical completion of the works.