Devon
Flat-roof rear extensions in Devon
Warm flat roofs with lanterns, parapets and long-life membranes. Rear extensions in Devon: we cover 21 towns including Plymouth, Exeter and Paignton, with design, approvals and the build under one contract.
Flat roofs are the usual choice for rear extensions because they stay below first-floor windows and take a lantern neatly. Devon has Victorian terraces nearer the centre and post-war semis on the edges. Sloping gardens are frequent, which affects floor levels and steps down to the patio.
How much does a flat-roof rear extension cost in Devon?
In Devon, our guide for a flat-roof rear extension is £1,980–£3,220 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. South West prices run slightly above our West Midlands baseline; natural stone to match the house is the main variable.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²) | £23,500–£38,500 |
| 4 m wide × 5 m deep (20 m²) | £39,500–£64,500 |
| 4 m wide × 6 m deep (24 m²) | £47,500–£77,500 |
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 in Devon?
English permitted development (Class A) allows a single-storey rear extension of 3 metres on a terraced or semi-detached house and 4 metres on a detached one, measured from the original house, with a maximum height of 4 metres and eaves of no more than 3 metres within 2 metres of a boundary.
New fabric must meet Approved Document L (2021 edition incorporating 2023 amendments): walls 0.18, roof 0.15 and floor 0.18 W/m²K, windows 1.4 W/m²K or Band B. Under the simple route, new windows, doors and rooflights should not exceed 25% of the extension floor area plus any openings removed; more glass is possible with a whole-house calculation.
Conservation areas, National Parks, National Landscapes and the Broads restrict permitted development, and listed buildings always need listed building consent.
Where in Devon do we work?
FAQ
Questions people ask
How long does a flat roof last?
A well-built single-ply or GRP warm roof typically lasts 25 years or more.
Is a flat roof really flat?
No; it is built to falls so water drains to outlets or gutters.
Can I walk on it?
Not as a balcony without planning permission and a guarding design; it can be accessed for maintenance.
Do you cover all of Devon?
We cover 21 towns and districts in Devon, including Plymouth, Exeter and Paignton.
Who builds the extension?
Vetted building teams working under contract to us; your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd.