Emerson Park, Greater London
Two-storey rear extension in Emerson Park
For homes in Emerson Park, 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.
Emerson Park is covered from our Greater London round, including RM2, RM3 and RM11. In Greater London we check the neighbours' rear windows first, because the upper floor is where most two-storey schemes win or lose planning.
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 Emerson Park?
For Emerson Park we work from the London rate: £2,340–£3,510 per square metre of new floor, including VAT, standard specification. London prices sit at the top of our range because of labour rates, access through the house, parking suspensions and skip licences.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²) | £70,000–£105,500 |
| 4 m × 6 m footprint, two floors (48 m²) | £112,500–£168,500 |
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 Emerson Park?
Whether your two-storey rear extension in Emerson Park 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. 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 Emerson Park like to extend?
Much of Emerson Park is 1920s and 1930s semis and short terraces with longer gardens than inner London, which suit full-width single-storey rear extensions. Parking suspensions, skip licences and controlled hours on residential streets shape the programme more than the build itself.
How a two-storey rear extension in Emerson Park comes together
Look round and measure
A free visit to see the back of the house, measure it, check the drains and boundaries and hear what you need.
Options and costs
We draw layout options and price each one, so the budget shapes the design rather than surprising you later.
Paperwork handled
Planning, prior approval or permitted development, Building Regulations approval, structural design and party wall notices are all handled by us.
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 Emerson Park
Close by, we work in Harold Wood, about 1.3 miles away, and Hornchurch, about 1.4 miles away.
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in Emerson Park
Can you match the brick or stone on my Emerson Park house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.
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.
Can it be built on a terraced house?
Sometimes, but the upper floor is harder to get through planning on a terrace because of the effect on neighbours. A single-storey extension with a loft conversion is often an easier route.
Do you handle building control in Emerson Park?
Yes. We apply to the council or a registered building control approver and hand over the completion certificate.
What postcode areas do you cover around Emerson Park?
Including RM2, RM3 and RM11, and the surrounding Greater London area.
Can I live at home while the extension is built?
Usually yes. Most of the work is outside until the back wall is opened near the end, and that stage is screened off.