Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Two-storey rear extension in Harrogate
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 Harrogate and the surrounding area, with one contract from the first survey to building control sign-off.
We cover Harrogate (HG1 and HG2) as part of our North Yorkshire work. Two-storey rear extensions suit semi-detached houses in Harrogate 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 Harrogate?
For Harrogate we work from the Yorkshire and the Humber rate: £1,670–£2,510 per square metre of new floor, including VAT, standard specification. Yorkshire prices sit below our West Midlands baseline; matching natural stone is the main variable.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²) | £50,000–£75,500 |
| 4 m × 6 m footprint, two floors (48 m²) | £80,500–£120,500 |
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 Harrogate?
The planning route for a two-storey rear extension in Harrogate 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. 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 Harrogate like to extend?
Harrogate has through terraces and some back-to-backs as well as later semis; back-to-backs have little or no rear space, so we look at side or loft options there.
How a two-storey rear extension in Harrogate 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, prior approval or permitted development, Building Regulations approval, structural design and party wall notices are all handled by us.
Fixed price and build
A written price for the agreed design, a start date and a named contact through the build, ending with the building control completion certificate.
Two-storey rear extensions near Harrogate
We also build two-storey rear extensions in nearby Knaresborough (3.1 miles) and Wetherby (7.5 miles).
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in Harrogate
Do you handle building control in Harrogate?
Yes. We apply to the council or a registered building control approver and hand over the completion certificate.
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.
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.
Can you match the brick or stone on my Harrogate house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.
Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in Harrogate?
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.
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.