Home extensions in Inverness
We design and build house extensions for homes in Inverness and the surrounding Highlands and Islands area, with guide prices adjusted for the region.
- Postcode districtsIV1, IV2, IV3
- Price regionScotland (×0.98)
- Planning rulesScotland
- Site visitFree, no obligation
Popular extension prices in Inverness
We publish guide prices so you can budget before anyone visits. For Inverness they are adjusted by ×0.98, the factor we use across Scotland.
| Extension type | Example size | Standard spec (inc VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| Orangery extensions | 16 m² | £43,500 – £55,000 |
| Double-storey extensions | 32 m² | £56,000 – £74,000 |
| Single-storey rear extensions | 20 m² | £40,000 – £51,000 |
| Kitchen extensions | 20 m² | £41,000 – £52,000 |
| Side return extensions | 11 m² | £25,500 – £32,500 |
| Conservatory replacement extensions | 14 m² | £29,000 – £38,000 |
| Wraparound extensions | 25 m² | £56,000 – £71,500 |
Planning and building control in Inverness
In Scotland, householder permitted development rules (Class 1A for single-storey ground-floor extensions and Class 1B for extensions of more than one storey) allow some smaller extensions without a planning application, within limits on depth, height and distance from the boundary. Conservation areas and listed buildings are more restricted.
In a conservation area or national scenic area the householder permitted development rights are more limited, listed homes need listed building consent, and if rights have been removed by a condition or direction, any extension needs an application.
In Scotland a building warrant from the council is needed before work starts on almost any extension, and a completion certificate is issued when the work is accepted. Building standards are set in the Scottish technical handbooks.
Applications are decided by your council as planning authority.
What works best for Inverness houses?
Across Scotland, extensions follow Scottish planning and building standards, including the building warrant process, which we build into the programme from the start.
Start by comparing bungalow extensions, single-storey rear extensions and orangery extensions: between them they cover most of the layouts we see requested for houses like these.
Inverness and surrounding towns
Across IV1, IV2, IV3, we can visit, measure and advise. We also work in nearby Dingwall (11 miles), Nairn (15 miles), Fort William (57 miles), Thurso (81 miles), Stornoway (94 miles). For homes towards Moray, Forres is around 25 miles away.
Every extension type in Inverness
- Wraparound extensions · from £35,000
- Side return extensions · from £17,500
- Double-storey extensions · from £37,000
- Extensions over a garage · from £23,500
- Bedroom extensions · from £25,000
- Side extensions · from £21,500
- Porch extensions · from £3,900
- Utility and boot room extensions · from £13,500
- Building regulations for extensions · from £850
- Kitchen extensions · from £26,000
- Flat roof extensions · from £20,500
- Orangery extensions · from £29,000
- Glass box extensions · from £29,000
- Bungalow extensions · from £25,500
- Annexe extensions · from £53,500
- Single-storey rear extensions · from £20,500
- Conservatory replacement extensions · from £19,500
- Home office extensions · from £15,500
- Planning permission for extensions · from £300
- Timber frame extensions · from £20,500
- Extension plans and drawings · from £1,150
- Pitched roof extensions · from £21,500
Free site visit
It starts with a visit to your house to measure, check access and talk through ideas and budget.
Design and approvals
Once the layout is agreed, we deal with the council: planning permission or written confirmation that none is needed, plus building control.
Fixed written price
With the design and specification agreed, you get a fixed written price and a start date.
Build and sign-off
Our team builds the extension, keeps you updated weekly and finishes with building control sign-off.
Questions about extensions in Inverness
How much does an extension cost in Inverness?
Using our Scotland factor (×0.98), a standard-spec single-storey extension of 20 m² is a guide £40,000 to £51,000 including VAT, and a 32 m² two-storey extension £56,000 to £74,000. Your written price follows the survey.
Do you cover all of Inverness?
Yes, including the surrounding parts of Highlands and Islands. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
Will my neighbours need to be told?
If you apply for planning permission the council notifies neighbours, and we agree access with them in writing for work near a shared boundary.
Do I need planning permission for an extension in Inverness?
Not always. It depends on the size, position and your property's history. Scottish householder rules allow some smaller extensions without an application, but a building warrant is still needed.
Do you handle building regulations?
Yes. We prepare the drawings and calculations, submit them and book inspections, and in Scotland we apply for the building warrant before work starts.
Book a free site visit in Inverness
We will measure up, check the planning position and give you honest guide figures.
- Free, no-obligation site visit
- Planning route checked before you spend on drawings
- Written price once the design is agreed
- Building control sign-off at the end
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