Newton Abbot, Devon
Two-storey rear extension in Newton Abbot
For homes in Newton Abbot, a two-storey rear extension is often the simplest way to gain space without moving. A larger kitchen downstairs and an extra bedroom or bathroom upstairs, under one roof. We take it from survey to completion certificate.
Newton Abbot sits in Devon, with postcode districts including TQ12. In Newton Abbot, a two-storey rear extension is worth comparing with the cost of moving once stamp duty, agents' and legal fees are counted.
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How much does a two-storey rear extension cost in Newton Abbot?
Guide prices for a two-storey rear extension in Newton Abbot start from our South West England rate of £1,870–£2,810 per square metre, including VAT. South West prices run slightly above our West Midlands baseline; natural stone to match the house is the main variable.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²) | £56,000–£84,000 |
| 4 m × 6 m footprint, two floors (48 m²) | £90,000–£135,000 |
Ground conditions, glazing, the roof and how far the house is opened up move the final figure within the range.
Do you need planning permission for a two-storey rear extension in Newton Abbot?
Whether your two-storey rear extension in Newton Abbot 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. 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 Newton Abbot like to extend?
Stone-built and rendered houses are common around Newton Abbot, so matching the walling is a design decision in its own right: natural stone, reconstituted stone or a render finish across old and new.
How a two-storey rear extension in Newton Abbot 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.
Planning and regulations
We take the design through the right planning route, then produce the construction drawings and engineer's calculations for building control.
Build and sign-off
We build to the approved drawings with regular updates, then hand over the building control completion certificate and any guarantees from suppliers.
Two-storey rear extensions near Newton Abbot
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in Newton Abbot
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.
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.
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.
What postcode areas do you cover around Newton Abbot?
Including TQ12, and the surrounding Devon area.
How much does a two-storey rear extension cost in Newton Abbot?
As a guide, £1,870–£2,810 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²): about £56,000–£84,000 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.
Do you handle building control in Newton Abbot?
Yes. We apply to the council or a registered building control approver and hand over the completion certificate.