Musselburgh, Edinburgh and the Lothians
Rear extension planning drawings in Musselburgh
Thinking about a rear extension in Musselburgh? Measured survey, design options, planning drawings and the application, handled for you. Our team handles the drawings, the planning route and the build, and your contract is with one company throughout.
Musselburgh is covered from our Edinburgh and the Lothians round, including EH21. For Musselburgh homes we start with a measured survey, then draw options before anything is submitted.
Book a free site visit
Tell us about the house and we'll call to arrange a free, no-obligation visit.
What do rear extension planning drawings cost in Musselburgh?
As a guide, £1,000–£2,500 including VAT for a single-storey rear extension, or £2,000–£3,500 for a two-storey scheme. Planning and building warrant fees in Scotland are set nationally and by value of work; we confirm both before submitting. 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 rear extension in Musselburgh?
The planning route for a rear extension in Musselburgh is set by Scotland's householder rules and your council.
Scottish Class 1B rights for extensions of more than one storey need a 10 metre gap to every boundary, which few gardens have. Expect a planning application as well as a building warrant for a double-storey rear extension.
Scottish councils aim to decide householder applications within two months; the building warrant runs alongside.
Classes 1A and 1B do not apply in conservation areas, and listed buildings 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 Musselburgh like to extend?
Post-war semis and terraces are common around Musselburgh, and many have room for a single-storey rear extension within Class 1A limits.
How a rear extension in Musselburgh 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.
Options and costs
We draw layout options and price each one, so the budget shapes the design rather than surprising you later.
Paperwork handled
Planning or permitted development, the building warrant, structural design and neighbour agreements are all handled by us.
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.
Rear extension planning drawings near Musselburgh
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FAQ
Rear extension planning drawings questions in Musselburgh
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.
What postcode areas do you cover around Musselburgh?
Including EH21, and the surrounding Edinburgh and the Lothians area.
Can I see the design in 3D?
Yes; we produce simple 3D views so you can judge the size and light.
Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in Musselburgh?
Many single-storey rear extensions are permitted development under Class 1A, but not in conservation areas; you always need a building warrant before work starts.
Is the site visit in Musselburgh free?
Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.
Who will build my extension?
Vetted building teams working under contract to us. Your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd for the design and the build.