East Kilbride, Lanarkshire
Two-storey rear extension in East Kilbride
Two-storey rear extension in East Kilbride: a larger kitchen downstairs and an extra bedroom or bathroom upstairs, under one roof. We measure the house, show you what the rules allow, price it in writing and build it.
We cover East Kilbride (G74) as part of our Lanarkshire work. Two-storey rear extensions suit semi-detached houses in East Kilbride best, where the extra bedroom matters as much as the bigger kitchen.
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 East Kilbride?
Guide prices for a two-storey rear extension in East Kilbride start from our Scotland rate of £1,710–£2,560 per square metre, including VAT. Prices in Scotland sit a little below our West Midlands baseline; building warrant fees and drawings are budgeted separately.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²) | £51,500–£77,000 |
| 4 m × 6 m footprint, two floors (48 m²) | £82,000–£123,000 |
We put a fixed price in writing once the design is agreed, and explain any provisional sums such as foundations.
Do you need planning permission for a two-storey rear extension in East Kilbride?
The planning route for a two-storey rear extension in East Kilbride is set by Scotland's householder rules and your council.
Scottish Class 1B rights for extensions of more than one storey need a 10 metre gap to every boundary, which few gardens have. Expect a planning application as well as a building warrant for a double-storey rear extension.
Classes 1A and 1B do not apply in conservation areas, and listed buildings 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 East Kilbride like to extend?
Post-war semis and terraces are common around East Kilbride, and many have room for a single-storey rear extension within Class 1A limits.
How a two-storey rear extension in East Kilbride 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.
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 or permitted development, the building warrant, structural design and neighbour agreements are all handled by us.
Build and sign-off
We build to the approved drawings with regular updates, then hand over the accepted completion certificate and any guarantees from suppliers.
Two-storey rear extensions near East Kilbride
From East Kilbride, the nearest places we also cover are Cambuslang (3.2 miles) and High Blantyre (3.3 miles).
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in East Kilbride
Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in East Kilbride?
Many single-storey rear extensions are permitted development under Class 1A, but not in conservation areas; you always need a building warrant before work starts.
Will I need a structural engineer?
Yes for the beam over the new opening and usually the foundations; we arrange them and their calculations go to building control.
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 East Kilbride?
As a guide, £1,710–£2,560 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²): about £51,500–£77,000 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.
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.
Is the site visit in East Kilbride free?
Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.