County Durham
Rear extensions in Peterlee
From the first measured visit to building control sign-off, we handle rear extensions in Peterlee under one contract.
Peterlee is in County Durham, with postcode districts including SR8. The nearest places we also cover are Seaham (5.5 miles) and Hetton-le-Hole (6.0 miles).
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Rear extensions we build in Peterlee
- Single-storey rear extensions
- Two-storey rear extensions
- Kitchen-diner rear extensions
- 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 bungalows
- Rear extension plans and planning applications
Also available across County Durham:
- Rear extensions for detached houses
- 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
- Larger home extension prior approval (England)
- Building Regulations for rear extensions
Rear extension prices in Peterlee
North East prices are among the lowest in our range; former mining ground is the main foundation variable.
| Example | Guide inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Single-storey, 3 m × 4 m (12 m²) | £20,500–£33,500 |
| Single-storey, 4 m × 6 m (24 m²) | £41,000–£67,000 |
| Two-storey, 3 m × 5 m footprint (30 m²) | £48,500–£73,000 |
| Side return, about 14 m² | £29,000–£48,000 |
| Wraparound, about 25 m² | £49,500–£81,000 |
What are homes in Peterlee like to extend?
Brick terraces, colliery houses and post-war semis make up much of Peterlee. Former mining areas often need a coal mining risk check before foundations are designed.
Planning rules for Peterlee
Under England's householder permitted development rules you can usually add 3 metres at the back of an attached house, or 4 metres on a detached house, without a planning application, as long as the extension stays under 4 metres high and its eaves stay under 3 metres where it is within 2 metres of a boundary.
England also has the larger home extension route: a single-storey rear extension of up to 6 metres on an attached house or 8 metres on a detached house, after prior approval from the council. The council notifies your neighbours and has 42 days to decide; the fee is £249 (£310 for applications made from 8 December 2026). The route is not available on designated land such as conservation areas.
Planning and Building Regulations are separate in England: even a permitted development extension is inspected for foundations, drainage, structure, insulation, fire safety and ventilation, through the council or a registered building control approver, ending with a completion certificate.
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FAQ
Questions people ask
How much is a rear extension in Peterlee?
A 3 m × 4 m single-storey rear extension is about £20,500–£33,500 including VAT at our North East England guide rates; the written price follows a survey.
Do I need planning permission in Peterlee?
Often not for a single-storey rear extension of up to 3 metres (4 metres on a detached house) under permitted development, or up to 6 or 8 metres with prior approval, unless the house is in a conservation area or its rights have been removed.
Is the site visit in Peterlee free?
Yes, with no obligation.
Do I need a party wall agreement?
In England, usually yes if the extension is on or near a shared boundary or the foundations are close to a neighbour's building. We serve the notices.