Updated 9 October 2026 · 68 new leads in the last 30 days
Construction Leads in South Lanarkshire
Track construction leads in South Lanarkshire from new planning applications across Hamilton, East Kilbride, Larkhall, Lanark and surrounding areas.
- New planning applications added frequently from South Lanarkshire Council
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Data sourced from South Lanarkshire Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
68
New Leads (30 Days)
£95,313
Average Project Value
8
High Value Projects
Over £100k
Extensions
Most Common Project
Construction Trends in South Lanarkshire
South Lanarkshire's Home+ programme, backed by Scottish Government Affordable Housing Supply Grant funding, delivered 111 new build homes and acquired a further 136 through a market purchase scheme last year. In Hamilton, 36 homes are being purchased at a development on Almada Street on the site of the former University of the West of Scotland campus, while further new homes are progressing at Watson Street in Larkhall and at Backmuir Road and Reid Street in Hamilton. Barratt Homes has also delivered 40 homes at Jackton Hall in East Kilbride and begun handovers at Cornhill Village in Hamilton. Away from these schemes, East Kilbride, Hamilton, and Lanark keep a steady flow of extensions and loft conversions on established housing.
Project Type Breakdown
Here's a breakdown of the most common types of construction projects in South Lanarkshire over the past 30 days.
In South Lanarkshire, Extensions are the most common project type, appearing in 45 of the 68 leads tracked in the last 30 days, with Garden Rooms also showing consistent demand alongside Garage Conversions. Projects can fall into more than one category, so these figures don't need to add up to the total.
Most Active Architects and Planning Consultants in South Lanarkshire
The architects and planning consultants submitting the most construction-related applications in South Lanarkshire, based on recent planning records.
- 1JSS Architects
- 2Ian Reid
- 3Streamline Design Co
- 4Calum Smith Architect
- 5Linearchitecture Ltd
- 6Stop Studio Ltd
- 7Dalziel & Gracie Developments Ltd
- 8Neville Design Ltd
- 9Preservation Windows
- 10Hardie Associates Ltd
Project Value Insights
Understanding typical project values in South Lanarkshire 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 around the newer sites in East Kilbride and Hamilton, where new-build plots are more common.
Recent Planning Applications in South Lanarkshire
Extensions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Extension | Strathaven | £50k–£100k | Formation of rear dormer window and front porch. | Pending |
| Wrap-Around Extension | 14 Mill Grove Hamilton ML3 6TS | £50k–£100k | Formation of gable end roof extension, two rooflights on the rear, and side extension. | Pending |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | Larkhall | £50k–£100k | Erection of a single storey rear extension with associated alterations. | Pending |
| Single Storey Extension | David Livingstone Centre Station Road Blantyre G72 9BY | £50k–£100k | Erection of a single storey extension to a cafe. | Pending |
| Single Storey Rear Extension | South Lanarkshire | £50k–£100k | Demolition of existing rear conservatory and erection of a single-storey rear extension. | Pending |
Rear Extension
Strathaven
Formation of rear dormer window and front porch.
Wrap-Around Extension
14 Mill Grove Hamilton ML3 6TS
Formation of gable end roof extension, two rooflights on the rear, and side extension.
Single Storey Rear Extension
Larkhall
Erection of a single storey rear extension with associated alterations.
Single Storey Extension
David Livingstone Centre Station Road Blantyre G72 9BY
Erection of a single storey extension to a cafe.
Single Storey Rear Extension
South Lanarkshire
Demolition of existing rear conservatory and erection of a single-storey rear extension.
Loft Conversions
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loft Conversion | Cambuslang | £50k–£100k | Formation of front and rear dormer windows and driveway. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Rutherglen | £25k–£50k | Front and rear dormer windows and conversion of external garage to form a habitable room with external alterations. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | Larkhall | £50k–£100k | Formation of a rear dormer window. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | 17 Grenville Drive Cambuslang G72 8DS | £50k–£100k | Loft conversion with rear dormer, new en-suite and ground-floor external deck. | Pending |
| Loft Conversion | 16 Applegarth Road Strathaven ML10 6HT | £50k–£100k | Certificate of lawfulness (proposed) for replacement and enlargement of existing rear dormer. | Pending |
Loft Conversion
Cambuslang
Formation of front and rear dormer windows and driveway.
Loft Conversion
Rutherglen
Front and rear dormer windows and conversion of external garage to form a habitable room with external alterations.
Loft Conversion
Larkhall
Formation of a rear dormer window.
Loft Conversion
17 Grenville Drive Cambuslang G72 8DS
Loft conversion with rear dormer, new en-suite and ground-floor external deck.
Loft Conversion
16 Applegarth Road Strathaven ML10 6HT
Certificate of lawfulness (proposed) for replacement and enlargement of existing rear dormer.
Other Projects
| Project Type | Area | Est. Value | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Build | 58-60 Station Road Law ML8 5LW | £250k–£1m | Erection of 4 dwellinghouses and associated works. | Pending |
| Garage Conversion | Larkhall | £25k–£50k | Conversion of garage to habitable accommodation. | Pending |
| New Build | Land 16M SSE Of 37 Andrew Baxter Avenue Ashgill Larkhall ML9 3RG | Erection of a two storey detached dwellinghouse with associated alterations. | Pending | |
| Porch | Rutherglen | £25k–£50k | Erection of single story rear entrance porch to existing restaurant. | Pending |
| Porch | Rutherglen | £25k–£50k | Erection of single story rear entrance porch to existing restaurant. | Pending |
New Build
58-60 Station Road Law ML8 5LW
Erection of 4 dwellinghouses and associated works.
Garage Conversion
Larkhall
Conversion of garage to habitable accommodation.
New Build
Land 16M SSE Of 37 Andrew Baxter Avenue Ashgill Larkhall ML9 3RG
Erection of a two storey detached dwellinghouse with associated alterations.
Porch
Rutherglen
Erection of single story rear entrance porch to existing restaurant.
Porch
Rutherglen
Erection of single story rear entrance porch to existing restaurant.
Data sourced from South Lanarkshire Council planning records and refreshed regularly.
Featured Projects
A snapshot of recent construction opportunities across South Lanarkshire.
Formation of rear dormer window and front porch
£50k–£100kStrathaven
Formation of rear dormer window and front porch.
Erection of 4 no. dwellinghouses and associated works
£250k–£1m58-60 Station Road Law ML8 5LW
Erection of 4 dwellinghouses and associated works.
Erection of gable ended side/front extension, formation of two roof lights on the rear elevation and associated alterations
£50k–£100k14 Mill Grove Hamilton ML3 6TS
Formation of gable end roof extension, two rooflights on the rear, and side extension.
Conversion of existing garage to habitable accommodation (Certificate of Lawfulness Proposed)
£25k–£50kLarkhall
Conversion of garage to habitable accommodation.
Examples of projects at an early stage before wider competition builds.
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Get Access NowPlanning Application Status in South Lanarkshire
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Pending
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Refused
In South Lanarkshire, 0% of planning applications are approved, 100% 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.
Getting in touch earlier puts you in a stronger position before others step in.
Based on planning applications submitted over the last 30 days.
Planning Approval Times in South Lanarkshire
Among applications tracked by BuildAlert in South Lanarkshire, the median time from submission to decision is 8 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 South Lanarkshire
In South Lanarkshire, the vast majority (81%) 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 South Lanarkshire
The Home+ programme and the wider pipeline of sites in Hamilton, Larkhall, and East Kilbride are set to bring sustained new-build activity to South Lanarkshire over the coming years, backed by over 8.8 million pounds of investment in affordable housing. Away from these schemes, East Kilbride, Hamilton, and Lanark's established housing stock supports a steady, more standard flow of extension and loft conversion work across the region.
How to Win Jobs in South Lanarkshire
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