Earl Shilton, Leicestershire and Rutland
Semi-detached rear extension in Earl Shilton
Thinking about a semi-detached rear extension in Earl Shilton? Single or two-storey extensions for semi-detached houses, with side access and one party wall. Our team handles the drawings, the planning route and the build, and your contract is with one company throughout.
Earl Shilton and its postcode districts LE9 and LE10 are part of our Leicestershire and Rutland coverage. Where an Earl Shilton semi already has a small lean-to at the back, we usually replace it rather than extend it.
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 semi-detached rear extension cost in Earl Shilton?
For Earl Shilton we work from the East Midlands rate: £1,840–£3,010 per square metre of new floor, including VAT, standard specification. East Midlands prices sit a little below our West Midlands baseline.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²) | £22,000–£36,000 |
| 4 m wide × 5 m deep (20 m²) | £37,000–£60,000 |
| 4 m wide × 6 m deep (24 m²) | £44,000–£72,000 |
Your written price follows a measured survey and an agreed design, so it reflects your house, not an average.
Do you need planning permission for a semi-detached rear extension in Earl Shilton?
Whether your semi-detached rear extension in Earl Shilton needs a planning application depends on its size, your house and any local restrictions.
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.
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.
If 3 or 4 metres is not enough, England's prior approval route allows 6 metres on a terraced or semi-detached house and 8 metres on a detached house for a single-storey rear extension. Neighbours are consulted, the council decides within 42 days, and the fee is £249, rising to £310 from 8 December 2026.
Conservation areas, National Parks, National Landscapes and the Broads restrict permitted development, and listed buildings always need listed building consent. Before any drawing we look up the property's history with the council, because earlier extensions and removed rights change the answer.
What are homes in Earl Shilton like to extend?
Earl Shilton has plenty of inter-war semis and bungalows, and single-storey rear extensions suit both.
How a semi-detached rear extension in Earl Shilton comes together
Free site visit
We measure the house and garden, look at the back wall, drainage and boundaries, and talk through what you want from the space.
Options and costs
We draw layout options and price each one, so the budget shapes the design rather than surprising you later.
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.
Semi-detached rear extensions near Earl Shilton
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FAQ
Semi-detached rear extension questions in Earl Shilton
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.
What postcode areas do you cover around Earl Shilton?
Including LE9 and LE10, and the surrounding Leicestershire and Rutland area.
How far can I extend a semi without planning?
3 metres under permitted development in England, or up to 6 metres with prior approval, outside designated land.
How long does a rear extension take to build in Earl Shilton?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.
How much does a semi-detached rear extension cost in Earl Shilton?
As a guide, £1,840–£3,010 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²): about £22,000–£36,000 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.
Can you match the brick or stone on my Earl Shilton house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.