Westhill, Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Two-storey rear extension in Westhill
Two-storey rear extension in Westhill: a larger kitchen downstairs and an extra bedroom or bathroom upstairs, under one roof. We measure the house, show you what the rules allow, price it in writing and build it.
Westhill and its postcode districts AB32 are part of our Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire coverage. Two-storey rear extensions suit semi-detached houses in Westhill best, where the extra bedroom matters as much as the bigger kitchen.
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 two-storey rear extension cost in Westhill?
In Westhill, our guide for a two-storey rear extension is £1,710–£2,560 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. Prices in Scotland sit a little below our West Midlands baseline; building warrant fees and drawings are budgeted separately.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²) | £51,500–£77,000 |
| 4 m × 6 m footprint, two floors (48 m²) | £82,000–£123,000 |
These are guide ranges; the written quote after the survey is the figure that counts.
Do you need planning permission for a two-storey rear extension in Westhill?
Planning for a two-storey rear extension in Westhill follows the Scottish householder rules.
Scottish Class 1B rights for extensions of more than one storey need a 10 metre gap to every boundary, which few gardens have. Expect a planning application as well as a building warrant for a double-storey rear extension.
Classes 1A and 1B do not apply in conservation areas, and listed buildings need listed building consent. Before any drawing we look up the property's history with the council, because earlier extensions and removed rights change the answer.
What are homes in Westhill like to extend?
Post-war semis and terraces are common around Westhill, and many have room for a single-storey rear extension within Class 1A limits.
How a two-storey rear extension in Westhill comes together
Free site visit
We measure the house and garden, look at the back wall, drainage and boundaries, and talk through what you want from the space.
Design and guide price
Two or three layout options with a guide price for each, so you choose the design knowing what it costs.
Planning and regulations
We take the design through the right planning route, then produce the construction drawings and engineer's calculations for the building warrant.
Fixed price and build
A written price for the agreed design, a start date and a named contact through the build, ending with the accepted completion certificate.
Two-storey rear extensions near Westhill
From Westhill, the nearest places we also cover are Aberdeen (6.8 miles) and Nigg (7.5 miles).
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in Westhill
Is the site visit in Westhill free?
Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.
What postcode areas do you cover around Westhill?
Including AB32, and the surrounding Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire area.
Is two-storey cheaper per square metre than single-storey?
Usually yes, because the foundations and roof are shared across twice the floor area. The total cost is higher.
How much does a two-storey rear extension cost in Westhill?
As a guide, £1,710–£2,560 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²): about £51,500–£77,000 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.
Will I need a structural engineer?
Yes for the beam over the new opening and usually the foundations; we arrange them and their calculations go to building control.
Can I get a price without a visit?
Our online guide-price tool gives a range in a couple of minutes. A written price needs a survey.