Paignton, Devon
Two-storey rear extension in Paignton
For homes in Paignton, 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.
Paignton sits in Devon, with postcode districts including TQ2, TQ3 and TQ4. Two-storey rear extensions suit semi-detached houses in Paignton best, where the extra bedroom matters as much as the bigger kitchen.
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How much does a two-storey rear extension cost in Paignton?
A two-storey rear extension in Paignton is priced at £1,870–£2,810 per square metre including VAT as a guide, before kitchen fit-out and fees. 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 |
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 Paignton?
Whether your two-storey rear extension in Paignton needs a planning application depends on its size, your house and any local restrictions.
England's rules allow a rear extension of more than one storey without an application only when it is no deeper than 3 metres and at least 7 metres from the boundary opposite the rear wall, and never on designated land. Most two-storey schemes need householder planning permission.
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 Paignton like to extend?
Stone-built and rendered houses are common around Paignton, 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 Paignton 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.
Approvals
Permitted development check, prior approval or planning application, then Building Regulations drawings and structural calculations, plus party wall notices where they apply.
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 Paignton
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in Paignton
How long does a rear extension take to build in Paignton?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.
Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in Paignton?
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.
What is the 45-degree rule?
Many councils check that a two-storey extension does not cross a 45-degree line drawn from the nearest habitable window of the neighbouring house. We test it at the first drawing.
How much does a two-storey rear extension cost in Paignton?
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.
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.
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.