Manchester City Centre, Greater Manchester
Two-storey rear extension in Manchester City Centre
We plan and build two-storey rear extensions for homeowners in Manchester City Centre. A larger kitchen downstairs and an extra bedroom or bathroom upstairs, under one roof. Start with a free site visit, then a written price once the design is agreed.
We cover Manchester City Centre (M1, M2 and M4) as part of our Greater Manchester work. In Manchester City Centre, a two-storey rear extension is worth comparing with the cost of moving once stamp duty, agents' and legal fees are counted.
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 Manchester City Centre?
Guide prices for a two-storey rear extension in Manchester City Centre start from our North West England rate of £1,690–£2,540 per square metre, including VAT. 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 |
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 Manchester City Centre?
Here is how the rules in England apply to a two-storey rear extension in Manchester City Centre.
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. 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 Manchester City Centre like to extend?
Manchester City Centre has long runs of terraced houses with back yards and alleys, plus 1930s semis further out. Yard extensions on terraces are often single-storey and close to both boundaries.
How a two-storey rear extension in Manchester City Centre 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.
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.
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in Manchester City Centre
Can you match the brick or stone on my Manchester City Centre house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.
Do you handle building control in Manchester City Centre?
Yes. We apply to the council or a registered building control approver and hand over the completion certificate.
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.
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.
How long does a rear extension take to build in Manchester City Centre?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.
How much does a two-storey rear extension cost in Manchester City Centre?
As a guide, £1,690–£2,540 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²): about £51,000–£76,000 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.