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Glossop, Derbyshire

Two-storey rear extension in Glossop

Two-storey rear extension in Glossop: 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.

Glossop and its postcode districts SK13 are part of our Derbyshire coverage. In Derbyshire we check the neighbours' rear windows first, because the upper floor is where most two-storey schemes win or lose planning.

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How much does a two-storey rear extension cost in Glossop?

A two-storey rear extension in Glossop is priced at £1,750–£2,620 per square metre including VAT as a guide, before kitchen fit-out and fees. East Midlands prices sit a little below our West Midlands baseline.

Two-storey rear extension prices in Glossop
SizeGuide price inc VAT
3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²)£52,500–£78,500
4 m × 6 m footprint, two floors (48 m²)£84,000–£125,500

We put a fixed price in writing once the design is agreed, and explain any provisional sums such as foundations.

Do you need planning permission for a two-storey rear extension in Glossop?

The planning route for a two-storey rear extension in Glossop is set by England's householder rules and your council.

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. 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 Glossop like to extend?

Red-brick terraces and semis are typical of Glossop. Coal-mining legacy areas in parts of the East Midlands can need a Coal Authority check before foundations are designed.

How a two-storey rear extension in Glossop comes together

  1. 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.

  2. Options and costs

    We draw layout options and price each one, so the budget shapes the design rather than surprising you later.

  3. Planning and regulations

    We take the design through the right planning route, then produce the construction drawings and engineer's calculations for building control.

  4. Written price, then build

    Once the design and approvals are in place, you get a fixed written price and programme, and we build through to sign-off.

Two-storey rear extensions near Glossop

We also build two-storey rear extensions in nearby Stalybridge (5.3 miles) and Hyde (5.4 miles).

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FAQ

Two-storey rear extension questions in Glossop

Can you match the brick or stone on my Glossop house?

We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.

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 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 Glossop?

As a guide, £1,750–£2,620 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²): about £52,500–£78,500 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.

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 planning permission for a rear extension in Glossop?

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.

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