Greenock, Glasgow and the Clyde
Side return extension in Greenock
We plan and build side return extensions for homeowners in Greenock. Infilling the narrow passage beside a Victorian or Edwardian back addition. Start with a free site visit, then a written price once the design is agreed.
Greenock and its postcode districts PA14, PA15, PA16 and PA19 are part of our Glasgow and the Clyde coverage. Side return projects in Greenock usually start with a drainage survey of the side passage.
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 side return extension cost in Greenock?
Guide prices for a side return extension in Greenock start from our Scotland rate of £2,180–£3,610 per square metre, including VAT. Prices in Scotland sit a little below our West Midlands baseline; building warrant fees and drawings are budgeted separately.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 2 m wide × 6 m deep (12 m²) | £26,000–£43,500 |
| 2.5 m wide × 7 m deep (17.5 m²) | £38,000–£63,000 |
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 side return extension in Greenock?
Planning for a side return extension in Greenock follows the Scottish householder rules.
In Scotland side extensions are more restricted than rear ones under householder permitted development, and wraparounds generally need planning permission. A building warrant is required before work starts.
Scotland has no Party Wall Act. Work to shared walls is governed by property law and the title deeds, so we agree access and protection with neighbours in writing before work begins.
Classes 1A and 1B do not apply in conservation areas, and listed buildings need listed building consent. At the first visit we measure what is there now and tell you which route fits: permitted development or a planning application, plus the building warrant.
What are homes in Greenock like to extend?
Post-war semis and terraces are common around Greenock, and many have room for a single-storey rear extension within Class 1A limits.
How a side return extension in Greenock comes together
Look round and measure
A free visit to see the back of the house, measure it, check the drains and boundaries and hear what you need.
Drawings and budget
Floor plans and elevations for the options, each with a guide price.
Planning and regulations
We take the design through the right planning route, then produce the construction drawings and engineer's calculations for the building warrant.
Build and sign-off
We build to the approved drawings with regular updates, then hand over the accepted completion certificate and any guarantees from suppliers.
Side return extensions near Greenock
We also build side return extensions in nearby Gourock (2.4 miles) and Port Glasgow (2.9 miles).
- Side return extension in Gourock
- Side return extension in Port Glasgow
- Side return extension in Helensburgh
- Side return extension in Vale of Leven
- Side return extension in Dumbarton
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FAQ
Side return extension questions in Greenock
How much does a side return extension cost in Greenock?
As a guide, £2,180–£3,610 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, 2 m wide × 6 m deep (12 m²): about £26,000–£43,500 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.
Do you handle building control in Greenock?
Yes. We apply for the building warrant before work starts and submit the completion certificate at the end.
Glass roof or solid roof with rooflights?
A glass roof gives the most light; a solid roof with long rooflights is warmer and quieter in rain. Both work.
Is the site visit in Greenock 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.
Can you match the brick or stone on my Greenock house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.