Longsight, Greater Manchester
Two-storey rear extension in Longsight
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 Longsight and the surrounding area, with one contract from the first survey to building control sign-off.
We cover Longsight (M12, M13 and M14) as part of our Greater Manchester work. Two-storey rear extensions suit semi-detached houses in Longsight best, where the extra bedroom matters as much as the bigger kitchen.
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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 Longsight?
A two-storey rear extension in Longsight is priced at £1,690–£2,540 per square metre including VAT as a guide, before kitchen fit-out and fees. 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 Longsight?
Planning for a two-storey rear extension in Longsight follows the English householder rules.
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 Longsight like to extend?
Stone and brick terraces are common around Longsight. Where houses back onto a ginnel or alley, deliveries can come in from the rear, which makes the build tidier.
How a two-storey rear extension in Longsight comes together
Survey visit
We visit free of charge, measure up, check access, drainage and neighbours' extensions, and note what you want the room to do.
Design and guide price
Two or three layout options with a guide price for each, so you choose the design knowing what it costs.
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 Longsight
We also build two-storey rear extensions in nearby Fallowfield (1.4 miles) and Burnage (1.8 miles).
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in Longsight
What postcode areas do you cover around Longsight?
Including M12, M13 and M14, and the surrounding Greater Manchester area.
Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in Longsight?
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.
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.
Can you match the brick or stone on my Longsight house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.