Arnold, Nottinghamshire
Two-storey rear extension in Arnold
For homes in Arnold, a two-storey rear extension is often the simplest way to gain space without moving. A larger kitchen downstairs and an extra bedroom or bathroom upstairs, under one roof. We take it from survey to completion certificate.
Arnold is covered from our Nottinghamshire round, including NG3, NG5 and NG6. Two-storey rear extensions suit semi-detached houses in Arnold 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 Arnold?
Guide prices for a two-storey rear extension in Arnold start from our East Midlands rate of £1,750–£2,620 per square metre, including VAT. 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 |
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 Arnold?
The planning route for a two-storey rear extension in Arnold 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. At the first visit we measure what is there now and tell you which route fits: permitted development, prior approval or a planning application.
What are homes in Arnold like to extend?
Red-brick terraces and semis are typical of Arnold. 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 Arnold 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.
Approvals
Permitted development check, prior approval or planning application, then Building Regulations drawings and structural calculations, plus party wall notices where they apply.
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 Arnold
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in Arnold
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 you match the brick or stone on my Arnold house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.
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.
Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in Arnold?
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.
How much does a two-storey rear extension cost in Arnold?
As a guide, £1,750–£2,620 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²): about £52,500–£78,500 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.
Do you handle building control in Arnold?
Yes. We apply to the council or a registered building control approver and hand over the completion certificate.