Birmingham, West Midlands
Bungalow rear extension in Birmingham
Single-storey rear extensions that keep everything on one level. We design, get the approvals for and build rear extensions for bungalows in Birmingham and the surrounding area, with one contract from the first survey to building control sign-off.
Birmingham is covered from our West Midlands round, including B6, B8, B19 and B23. For bungalows in the West Midlands, a rear extension is the usual way to add space without adding stairs.
Book a free site visit
Tell us about the house and we'll call to arrange a free, no-obligation visit.
How much does a bungalow rear extension cost in Birmingham?
Guide prices for a bungalow rear extension in Birmingham start from our West Midlands rate of £1,850–£3,000 per square metre, including VAT. The West Midlands is the baseline for our guide prices.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²) | £22,000–£36,000 |
| 4 m wide × 6 m deep (24 m²) | £44,500–£72,000 |
These are guide ranges; the written quote after the survey is the figure that counts.
Do you need planning permission for a bungalow rear extension in Birmingham?
Whether your bungalow rear extension in Birmingham needs a planning application depends on its size, your house and any local restrictions.
English permitted development (Class A) allows a single-storey rear extension of 3 metres on a terraced or semi-detached house and 4 metres on a detached one, measured from the original house, with a maximum height of 4 metres and eaves of no more than 3 metres 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.
Conservation areas, National Parks, National Landscapes and the Broads restrict permitted development, and listed buildings always need listed building consent. We check your house's planning history and any conservation area before drawing, so the route is clear before you spend on plans.
What are homes in Birmingham like to extend?
Red-brick terraces and 1930s semis make up much of Birmingham. Many already have a small kitchen lean-to at the back, which a new rear extension usually replaces rather than adds to.
How a bungalow rear extension in Birmingham comes together
Look round and measure
A free visit to see the back of the house, measure it, check the drains and boundaries and hear what you need.
Design and guide price
Two or three layout options with a guide price for each, so you choose the design knowing what it costs.
Approvals
Permitted development check, prior approval or planning application, then Building Regulations drawings and structural calculations, plus party wall notices where they apply.
Fixed price and build
A written price for the agreed design, a start date and a named contact through the build, ending with the building control completion certificate.
Bungalow rear extensions near Birmingham
From Birmingham, the nearest places we also cover are Aston (1.5 miles) and Hockley (1.5 miles).
- Bungalow rear extension in Aston
- Bungalow rear extension in Hockley
- Bungalow rear extension in Smethwick
- Bungalow rear extension in Washwood Heath
- Bungalow rear extension in Acocks Green
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FAQ
Bungalow rear extension questions in Birmingham
Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in Birmingham?
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.
How long does a rear extension take to build in Birmingham?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.
Can a bungalow extension be fully accessible?
Yes: level thresholds, wider doors and a wet room are straightforward to design in.
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.
Is the site visit in Birmingham free?
Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.
What postcode areas do you cover around Birmingham?
Including B6, B8, B19, B23, B28 and B73, and the surrounding West Midlands area.