Shepshed, Leicestershire and Rutland
Two-storey rear extension in Shepshed
We plan and build two-storey rear extensions for homeowners in Shepshed. 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.
Shepshed sits in Leicestershire and Rutland, with postcode districts including LE11. In Leicestershire and Rutland 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 Shepshed?
In Shepshed, our guide for a two-storey rear extension is £1,750–£2,620 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. East Midlands prices sit a little below our West Midlands baseline.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²) | £52,500–£78,500 |
| 4 m × 6 m footprint, two floors (48 m²) | £84,000–£125,500 |
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 Shepshed?
The planning route for a two-storey rear extension in Shepshed is set by England's householder rules and your council.
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. 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 Shepshed like to extend?
Red-brick terraces and semis are typical of Shepshed. Coal-mining legacy areas in parts of the East Midlands can need a Coal Authority check before foundations are designed.
How a two-storey rear extension in Shepshed 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.
Planning and regulations
We take the design through the right planning route, then produce the construction drawings and engineer's calculations for building control.
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 Shepshed
We also build two-storey rear extensions in nearby Loughborough (3.8 miles) and Coalville (4.5 miles).
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- Two-storey rear extension in Coalville
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- Two-storey rear extension in Glenfield
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in Shepshed
Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in Shepshed?
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.
Do I need a party wall agreement?
In England, usually yes if the extension is on or near a shared boundary or the foundations are close to a neighbour's building. We serve the notices.
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.
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.
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.
Can you match the brick or stone on my Shepshed house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.