Chelmsley Wood, West Midlands
Two-storey rear extension in Chelmsley Wood
For homes in Chelmsley Wood, 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.
We cover Chelmsley Wood (B37) as part of our West Midlands work. Two-storey rear extensions suit semi-detached houses in Chelmsley Wood 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 Chelmsley Wood?
In Chelmsley Wood, our guide for a two-storey rear extension is £1,800–£2,700 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. The West Midlands is the baseline for our guide prices.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²) | £54,000–£81,000 |
| 4 m × 6 m footprint, two floors (48 m²) | £86,500–£129,500 |
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 Chelmsley Wood?
Here is how the rules in England apply to a two-storey rear extension in Chelmsley Wood.
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. 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 Chelmsley Wood like to extend?
Chelmsley Wood has a lot of post-war semis and estate houses with long gardens and side access, which makes rear extensions quicker to build.
How a two-storey rear extension in Chelmsley Wood 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.
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 Chelmsley Wood
Close by, we work in Castle Vale, about 3.7 miles away, and Acocks Green, about 3.8 miles away.
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in Chelmsley Wood
Is the site visit in Chelmsley Wood free?
Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.
Can you match the brick or stone on my Chelmsley Wood house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.
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.
Do you handle building control in Chelmsley Wood?
Yes. We apply to the council or a registered building control approver and hand over the completion certificate.
Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in Chelmsley Wood?
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.
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.