Scotland
Rear extensions in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
We design and build rear extensions across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire, from Aberdeen and Peterhead to Nigg, covering single-storey kitchen extensions, two-storey additions, side returns and wraparounds.
What are homes in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire like to extend?
Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire has sandstone villas and terraces, post-war semis and four-in-a-block flats. Flats need planning permission for an extension, and every project needs a building warrant before work starts.
Rear extension prices in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Prices in Scotland sit a little below our West Midlands baseline; building warrant fees and drawings are budgeted separately. Per square metre including VAT, standard specification:
| Extension | Per m² |
|---|---|
| Single-storey rear extension | £1,800–£2,940 |
| Two-storey (per m² across both floors) | £1,710–£2,560 |
| Side return | £2,180–£3,610 |
| Wraparound | £2,090–£3,420 |
| Glass-led | £2,660–£4,560 |
Planning and building rules in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Scottish householder permitted development (Class 1A) covers many single-storey rear extensions, with a 3 metre eaves limit, a 4 metre height limit and, within 1 metre of a boundary, a depth limit of 3 metres for terraced houses or 4 metres for others. Conservation areas are excluded, and you need a building warrant whatever the planning position.
Scotland has no larger-extension prior approval route; extensions beyond permitted development need a planning application.
Scottish extensions are approved by building warrant, granted by the council's building standards team before work begins, with a completion certificate submitted when the work is finished.
There is no Party Wall Act in Scotland; neighbour matters are handled through the title deeds, common law and written agreement before work starts.
Classes 1A and 1B do not apply in conservation areas, and listed buildings need listed building consent.
Rear extensions we build in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
- Side return extensions
- Wraparound extensions
- Glazed and glass-box rear extensions
- Rear extensions for terraced houses
- Rear extensions for semi-detached houses
- Rear extensions for detached houses
- Rear extensions for bungalows
- Flat-roof rear extensions
- Pitched and lean-to roof rear extensions
- Knocking through to a rear extension
- Roof lanterns and rooflights for rear extensions
- Permitted development rear extensions
- Rear extension plans and planning applications
- Building Regulations for rear extensions
- Single-storey rear extensions
- Two-storey rear extensions
- Kitchen-diner rear extensions
Towns and districts in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
The main places we cover in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire include Aberdeen, Peterhead and Nigg, across postcode areas AB.
| Town | Postcode districts | Nearest town we also cover |
|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen | AB12, AB15, AB16 | Nigg (1.9 miles) |
| Peterhead | AB42 | Ellon (14.5 miles) |
| Nigg | AB10, AB11, AB12 | Aberdeen (1.9 miles) |
| Inverurie | AB51 | Westhill (9.8 miles) |
| Fraserburgh | AB43 | Peterhead (15.3 miles) |
| Westhill | AB32 | Aberdeen (6.8 miles) |
| Stonehaven | AB39 | Nigg (11.4 miles) |
| Ellon | AB41 | Inverurie (12.6 miles) |
Areas near Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
FAQ
Questions people ask
How much does a rear extension cost in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire?
As a guide, £1,800–£2,940 per square metre including VAT for a standard single-storey extension at Scotland rates.
Do I need planning permission in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire?
Many single-storey rear extensions are permitted development under Class 1A, but not in conservation areas; you always need a building warrant before work starts.
Which towns in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire do you cover?
8 towns and districts, including Aberdeen, Peterhead and Nigg.
Do you handle building control?
Yes. We apply for the building warrant before work starts and submit the completion certificate at the end.