Edinburgh and the Lothians
Rear extensions in Edinburgh
From the first measured visit to building control sign-off, we handle rear extensions in Edinburgh under one contract.
Edinburgh is in Edinburgh and the Lothians, with postcode districts including EH5, EH7, EH8, EH11 and EH15. The nearest places we also cover are Musselburgh (5.7 miles) and Dalkeith (6.4 miles).
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Rear extensions we build in Edinburgh
- 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 Edinburgh and the Lothians:
- 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
- Building Regulations for rear extensions
Rear extension prices in Edinburgh
Prices in Scotland sit a little below our West Midlands baseline; building warrant fees and drawings are budgeted separately.
| Example | Guide inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Single-storey, 3 m × 4 m (12 m²) | £21,500–£35,500 |
| Single-storey, 4 m × 6 m (24 m²) | £43,500–£70,500 |
| Two-storey, 3 m × 5 m footprint (30 m²) | £51,500–£77,000 |
| Side return, about 14 m² | £30,500–£50,500 |
| Wraparound, about 25 m² | £52,500–£85,500 |
What are homes in Edinburgh like to extend?
Edinburgh has sandstone tenements, terraced houses and villas closer in, with post-war semis and newer estates further out. Tenement and other flats need planning permission for an extension, and every project needs a building warrant before work starts.
Planning rules for Edinburgh
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.
In Scotland you need a building warrant from the council before any work starts, and a completion certificate accepted at the end. The design follows the Scottish Building Standards Technical Handbooks.
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FAQ
Questions people ask
How much is a rear extension in Edinburgh?
A 3 m × 4 m single-storey rear extension is about £21,500–£35,500 including VAT at our Scotland guide rates; the written price follows a survey.
Do I need planning permission in Edinburgh?
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.
Is the site visit in Edinburgh free?
Yes, with no obligation.
Do I need a party wall agreement?
Scotland has no Party Wall Act; we agree access and protection with your neighbour in writing instead.