Ilkeston, Derbyshire
Terraced house rear extension in Ilkeston
Rear and side return extensions for terraces, with access through the house and two neighbours. We design, get the approvals for and build rear extensions for terraced houses in Ilkeston and the surrounding area, with one contract from the first survey to building control sign-off.
Ilkeston sits in Derbyshire, with postcode districts including DE7 and NG10. Terraced streets make up much of the housing in parts of Derbyshire, and most rear extensions here go in without side access.
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 terraced house rear extension cost in Ilkeston?
Guide prices for a terraced house rear extension in Ilkeston start from our East Midlands rate of £1,990–£3,200 per square metre, including VAT. East Midlands prices sit a little below our West Midlands baseline.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m wide × 4.5 m deep (13.5 m²) | £27,000–£43,000 |
| 3 m wide × 6 m deep (18 m²) | £36,000–£57,500 |
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 terraced house rear extension in Ilkeston?
The planning route for a terraced house rear extension in Ilkeston is set by England's householder rules and your council.
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.
Because rear extensions often sit on or near the boundary, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 usually applies in England. Notices go out one or two months before work depending on the type of work, and a surveyor's award is only needed if a neighbour does not consent.
Conservation areas, National Parks, National Landscapes and the Broads restrict permitted development, and listed buildings always need listed building consent. At the first visit we measure what is there now and tell you which route fits: permitted development, prior approval or a planning application.
What are homes in Ilkeston like to extend?
Red-brick terraces and semis are typical of Ilkeston. Coal-mining legacy areas in parts of the East Midlands can need a Coal Authority check before foundations are designed.
How a terraced house rear extension in Ilkeston 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.
Design and guide price
Two or three layout options with a guide price for each, so you choose the design knowing what it costs.
Planning and regulations
We take the design through the right planning route, then produce the construction drawings and engineer's calculations for building control.
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.
Terraced house rear extensions near Ilkeston
We also build rear extensions for terraced houses in nearby Kimberley (2.0 miles) and Eastwood (2.1 miles).
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FAQ
Terraced house rear extension questions in Ilkeston
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 Ilkeston?
Including DE7 and NG10, and the surrounding Derbyshire area.
How do you keep the house clean?
Dust screens, floor protection and a single protected route through 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.
How long does a rear extension take to build in Ilkeston?
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 terraced house rear extension cost in Ilkeston?
As a guide, £1,990–£3,200 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, 3 m wide × 4.5 m deep (13.5 m²): about £27,000–£43,000 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.