Livingston, Edinburgh and the Lothians
Single-storey rear extension in Livingston
For homes in Livingston, a single-storey rear extension is often the simplest way to gain space without moving. Ground-floor space across the back of the house, usually for a kitchen, dining or family room. We take it from survey to completion certificate.
We cover Livingston (EH53 and EH54) as part of our Edinburgh and the Lothians work. A single-storey rear extension in Livingston is mostly built from the garden side, so the house stays usable for most of the job.
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 single-storey rear extension cost in Livingston?
A single-storey rear extension in Livingston is priced at £1,800–£2,940 per square metre including VAT as a guide, before kitchen fit-out and fees. Prices in Scotland sit a little below our West Midlands baseline; building warrant fees and drawings are budgeted separately.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²) | £21,500–£35,500 |
| 4 m wide × 5 m deep (20 m²) | £36,000–£59,000 |
| 4 m wide × 6 m deep (24 m²) | £43,500–£70,500 |
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 for a single-storey rear extension in Livingston?
The planning route for a single-storey rear extension in Livingston is set by Scotland's householder rules and your council.
In Scotland a single-storey rear extension can be permitted development under Class 1A: eaves no higher than 3 metres and an overall height of 4 metres, and where any part is within 1 metre of a boundary it can project no more than 3 metres on a terraced house or 4 metres on other houses. The rights do not apply in conservation areas, and a building warrant is still needed before work starts.
Scotland has no larger-extension prior approval route; extensions beyond permitted development need a planning application.
Classes 1A and 1B do not apply in conservation areas, and listed buildings 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 Livingston like to extend?
Post-war semis and terraces are common around Livingston, and many have room for a single-storey rear extension within Class 1A limits.
How a single-storey rear extension in Livingston 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.
Drawings and budget
Floor plans and elevations for the options, each with a guide price.
Paperwork handled
Planning or permitted development, the building warrant, structural design and neighbour agreements are all handled by us.
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.
Single-storey rear extensions near Livingston
From Livingston, the nearest places we also cover are Broxburn (2.9 miles) and Bathgate (4.7 miles).
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- Single-storey rear extension in Bathgate
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FAQ
Single-storey rear extension questions in Livingston
Can you match the brick or stone on my Livingston house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.
How long does a rear extension take to build in Livingston?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.
Will the extension make the room behind it dark?
Not if it is designed well. Rooflights or a lantern over the old back room, and a wide opening into it, keep daylight reaching the middle of the house.
Can I get a price without a visit?
Our online guide-price tool gives a range in a couple of minutes. A written price needs a survey.
Do I need a party wall agreement?
Scotland has no Party Wall Act; we agree access and protection with your neighbour in writing instead.
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.