Edinburgh and the Lothians
Wraparound extensions in Edinburgh and the Lothians
An L-shaped extension that fills the side return and runs across the back. Across Edinburgh and the Lothians we handle the whole rear extension: survey, drawings, the planning route, building control and the build. Towns we cover here include Edinburgh, Livingston and Musselburgh.
In Edinburgh we usually draw the wraparound and a simpler rear-only option side by side, so the planning risk and cost difference are clear. Post-war semis and terraces are common around Edinburgh and the Lothians, and many have room for a single-storey rear extension within Class 1A limits.
How much does a wraparound extension cost in Edinburgh and the Lothians?
A wraparound extension in Edinburgh and the Lothians is priced at £2,090–£3,420 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 |
|---|---|
| L-shaped, about 22 m² of new floor | £46,000–£75,000 |
| L-shaped, about 30 m² of new floor | £62,500–£102,500 |
These are guide ranges; the written quote after the survey is the figure that counts.
Do you need planning permission in Edinburgh and the Lothians?
Scottish householder rights treat the side part of a wraparound or side infill more strictly than a plain rear extension, so most need planning permission, and all need a building warrant.
There is no Party Wall Act in Scotland; neighbour matters are handled through the title deeds, common law and written agreement before work starts.
Classes 1A and 1B do not apply in conservation areas, and listed buildings need listed building consent.
Where in Edinburgh and the Lothians do we work?
FAQ
Questions people ask
Does a wraparound need planning permission?
Often yes, because the side and rear parts are judged together. Some fit within permitted development; we check before drawing.
How long does a wraparound take?
Usually 14 to 20 weeks on site, longer than a plain rear extension because of the steelwork.
Can the corner be all glass?
Yes, with a steel or aluminium post or a structural glass corner. It needs careful thermal detailing to meet Building Regulations.
Do you cover all of Edinburgh and the Lothians?
We cover 14 towns and districts in Edinburgh and the Lothians, including Edinburgh, Livingston and Musselburgh.
Who builds the extension?
Vetted building teams working under contract to us; your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd.