Tyne and Wear
Rear extension plans and planning applications in Tyne and Wear
Measured survey, design options, planning drawings and the application, handled for you. We design and build rear extensions across Tyne and Wear, from Newcastle upon Tyne and Sunderland to South Shields, covering single-storey kitchen extensions, two-storey additions, side returns and wraparounds.
Planning applications in Newcastle upon Tyne go to the local planning authority, and we check its local design guidance for rear extensions before drawing. Brick terraces, colliery houses and post-war semis make up much of Tyne and Wear. Former mining areas often need a coal mining risk check before foundations are designed.
What does it cost in Tyne and Wear?
As a guide, £1,000–£2,500 including VAT. 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 Tyne and Wear?
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.
A householder planning application in England costs £548 (£575 for applications made from 8 December 2026), and a lawful development certificate for proposed work costs half the householder fee.
Councils aim to decide householder applications within 8 weeks of validation, and prior approval within 42 days.
Where in Tyne and Wear do we work?
FAQ
Questions people ask
Do I need an architect?
You need accurate drawings by someone who knows householder planning; we provide them.
Can I see the design in 3D?
Yes; we produce simple 3D views so you can judge the size and light.
What if planning is refused?
We review the reasons with you, amend and resubmit (often free of a second fee within 12 months in England) or appeal.
Do you cover all of Tyne and Wear?
We cover 18 towns and districts in Tyne and Wear, including Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland and South Shields.
Who builds the extension?
Vetted building teams working under contract to us; your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd.