Updated 9 October 2026 · 32 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in Renfrewshire
Find construction leads in Renfrewshire from new planning applications across Paisley, Renfrew, Johnstone and the wider council area.
- New planning applications added frequently from Renfrewshire Council
- Connect with homeowners at the early planning stage
- No shared enquiries or competitive bidding
Data sourced from Renfrewshire Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
32
New Leads (30 Days)
£71,484
Average Project Value
5
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in Renfrewshire
Renfrewshire is delivering a 100 million pound, ten year Housing-led Regeneration and Renewal Programme across eight areas in Paisley, Renfrew, and Johnstone, replacing older housing stock with modern, energy-efficient, affordable homes. In Gallowhill, work has started on 65 new council houses, including cottage flats, bungalows, and wheelchair-accessible two-storey houses fitted with air source heat pumps and solar panels, with completion expected in December 2026. Away from these regeneration areas, Paisley, Renfrew, and Bridge of Weir keep a strong stock of Victorian and inter-war housing, generating a steady flow of extensions and loft conversions.
Project Type Breakdown
Here's a breakdown of the most common types of construction projects in Renfrewshire over the past 30 days.
In Renfrewshire, Extensions are the most common project type, appearing in 21 of the 32 leads tracked in the last 30 days, with Heritages also showing consistent demand alongside Garden Rooms. Projects can fall into more than one category, so these figures don't need to add up to the total.
Project Value Insights
Understanding typical project values in Renfrewshire helps you prioritise the most profitable leads and manage your workload effectively. These ranges are a general guide to the scale of work involved. Individual project costs vary by design, specification, and site conditions.
- £25k-£50kSmall extensions, porches, and internal alterations
- £50k-£100kRear extensions and loft conversions
- £100k-£250kLarge extensions and full property refurbishments
- £250k+New builds and high-end residential projects
Higher-value projects are often found in Bridge of Weir, where larger properties support more extensive renovation budgets.
Recent Planning Applications in Renfrewshire
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extension | Paisley | £100k–£250k | Change of use from vehicle/caravan storage yard to extension of containerised storage yard with associated works. | Pending |
| Wrap-Around Extension | Renfrew | £50k–£100k | Erection of a single storey extension to the side and rear of the dwellinghouse. | Pending |
| Double Storey Extension | Bishopton | £50k–£100k | Erection of a two‑storey rear extension to a dwellinghouse. | Pending |
| Front Extension | Renfrew | Under £25k | Erection of a front porch extension to a dwellinghouse. | Pending |
| Front Extension | Paisley | £100k–£250k | Change of use of former grocer to enlarge and extend the adjoining restaurant with external frontage alterations. | Approved |
Extension
Paisley
Change of use from vehicle/caravan storage yard to extension of containerised storage yard with associated works.
Wrap-Around Extension
Renfrew
Erection of a single storey extension to the side and rear of the dwellinghouse.
Double Storey Extension
Bishopton
Erection of a two‑storey rear extension to a dwellinghouse.
Front Extension
Renfrew
Erection of a front porch extension to a dwellinghouse.
Front Extension
Paisley
Change of use of former grocer to enlarge and extend the adjoining restaurant with external frontage alterations.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Renfrew | £50k–£100k | Formation of dormer to front and side roof planes of the dwelling. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
Renfrew
Formation of dormer to front and side roof planes of the dwelling.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage | Elderslie | £50k–£100k | Installation of roof mounted solar panels on a residential care home. | Approved |
| Garden Room | Paisley | £25k–£50k | Erection of a detached ancillary outbuilding in the rear garden curtilage of a dwellinghouse. | Pending |
| Garden Room | Howwood | £25k–£50k | Erection of a domestic horse stables building (ancillary to the dwelling). | Pending |
| Garden Room | Lochwinnoch | Under £25k | Erection of a replacement garden shed within the curtilage of a dwellinghouse for use as a workshop and home studio. | Pending |
| Dropped Kerb | Paisley | Under £25k | Installation of a driveway to the front garden of a flatted dwelling including vehicle access/drop-kerb works. | Pending |
Heritage
Elderslie
Installation of roof mounted solar panels on a residential care home.
Garden Room
Paisley
Erection of a detached ancillary outbuilding in the rear garden curtilage of a dwellinghouse.
Garden Room
Howwood
Erection of a domestic horse stables building (ancillary to the dwelling).
Garden Room
Lochwinnoch
Erection of a replacement garden shed within the curtilage of a dwellinghouse for use as a workshop and home studio.
Dropped Kerb
Paisley
Installation of a driveway to the front garden of a flatted dwelling including vehicle access/drop-kerb works.
Data sourced from Renfrewshire Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of recent construction opportunities across Renfrewshire.
Installation of roof mounted solar panels and associated equipment to existing residential care home building
£50k–£100kElderslie
Installation of roof mounted solar panels on a residential care home.
Change of use from vehicle/caravan storage yard to extension of containerised storage yard comprising of the siting of storage containers, CCTV equipment, soft landscaping and associated works
£100k–£250kPaisley
Change of use from vehicle/caravan storage yard to extension of containerised storage yard with associated works.
Erection of single storey extension to side and rear and installation of dormer window to rear of dwellinghouse.
£50k–£100kRenfrew
Erection of a single storey extension to the side and rear of the dwellinghouse.
Erection of two storey rear extension to dwellinghouse
£50k–£100kBishopton
Erection of a two‑storey rear extension to a dwellinghouse.
Examples of projects at an early stage before wider competition builds.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Status in Renfrewshire
6%
Approved
94%
Pending
0%
Refused
In Renfrewshire, 6% of planning applications are approved, 94% are still pending, and 0% are refused. Pending applications can give builders an opportunity to make contact while projects are still at an early stage.
Earlier contact usually means less competition.
Based on planning applications submitted over the last 30 days.
Planning Approval Times in Renfrewshire
Among applications tracked by BuildAlert in Renfrewshire, the median time from submission to decision is 7 weeks. Smaller projects like extensions tend to be approved more quickly, while larger developments can take longer.
Based on approved applications with recorded decision dates over the last 3 months.
Domestic vs Commercial Projects in Renfrewshire
In Renfrewshire, the vast majority (84%) of planning applications are domestic projects such as extensions and loft conversions. Commercial developments make up a smaller portion but can offer higher-value opportunities for larger contractors.
Demand for Building Work in Renfrewshire
The Housing-led Regeneration and Renewal Programme is set to bring sustained new-build activity to Paisley, Renfrew, and Johnstone over the next decade, with Gallowhill's 65 new homes an early phase of a much larger pipeline. Away from these regeneration areas, Paisley, Renfrew, and Bridge of Weir's established housing stock supports a steady, more standard flow of extension and loft conversion work across the region.
How to Win Jobs in Renfrewshire
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