Macclesfield, Cheshire
Two-storey rear extension in Macclesfield
A larger kitchen downstairs and an extra bedroom or bathroom upstairs, under one roof. We design, get the approvals for and build two-storey rear extensions in Macclesfield and the surrounding area, with one contract from the first survey to building control sign-off.
We cover Macclesfield (SK9, SK10 and SK11) as part of our Cheshire work. In Macclesfield, a two-storey rear extension is worth comparing with the cost of moving once stamp duty, agents' and legal fees are counted.
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 Macclesfield?
In Macclesfield, our guide for a two-storey rear extension is £1,690–£2,540 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. North West prices sit below our West Midlands baseline; access on terraced streets is the main variable.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²) | £51,000–£76,000 |
| 4 m × 6 m footprint, two floors (48 m²) | £81,000–£122,000 |
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 Macclesfield?
Whether your two-storey rear extension in Macclesfield needs a planning application depends on its size, your house and any local restrictions.
A two-storey rear extension can be permitted development in England only if it projects no more than 3 metres, stays at least 7 metres from the rear boundary, matches the existing roof pitch and has obscure-glazed upper side windows. In practice most double-storey rear extensions go through a householder planning application.
Conservation areas, National Parks, National Landscapes and the Broads restrict permitted development, and listed buildings always need listed building consent. At the first visit we measure what is there now and tell you which route fits: permitted development, prior approval or a planning application.
What are homes in Macclesfield like to extend?
Macclesfield has long runs of terraced houses with back yards and alleys, plus 1930s semis further out. Yard extensions on terraces are often single-storey and close to both boundaries.
How a two-storey rear extension in Macclesfield 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.
Drawings and budget
Floor plans and elevations for the options, each with a guide price.
Paperwork handled
Planning, prior approval or permitted development, Building Regulations approval, structural design and party wall notices are all handled by us.
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.
Two-storey rear extensions near Macclesfield
Close by, we work in Poynton, about 6.2 miles away, and Wilmslow, about 6.4 miles away.
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in Macclesfield
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.
How long does a rear extension take to build in Macclesfield?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.
Does a two-storey rear extension need planning permission?
Almost always. England and Northern Ireland allow 3 metres without an application only if at least 7 metres remains to the rear boundary; Wales and Scotland are similar or stricter.
Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in Macclesfield?
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.
Who will build my extension?
Vetted building teams working under contract to us. Your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd for the design and the build.
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.