Double-storey extensions in York
Planning a double-storey extension in York? We survey the house, work out the planning route, draw the design and build it, so you deal with one team from the first visit to the completion certificate.
- Guide price in YorkFrom £35,500 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually a householder application
- Build time16–24 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsYO1, YO10, YO23, YO24, YO30
What should I budget for a double-storey extension in York?
For York we adjust our national guide rates by ×0.94, the factor we use for Yorkshire and the Humber. Figures include VAT; your written quote after the survey replaces them.
Typical rates in York: £1,460 to £2,820 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 m × 4 m, two floors 24 m² | £35,500 – £43,000 | £40,500 – £53,500 | £51,500 – £68,000 |
| 4 m × 4 m, two floors 32 m² | £46,500 – £56,000 | £54,000 – £71,000 | £69,000 – £90,500 |
| 4 m × 6 m, two floors 48 m² | £69,500 – £83,500 | £81,000 – £106,500 | £103,500 – £135,500 |
Want a range for your exact size? The guide-price tool takes about a minute.
Will the council need to approve it?
In England a two-storey rear extension is permitted development only if it projects no more than 3 m from the original rear wall, sits at least 7 m from the rear boundary, matches the roof pitch and uses obscure, non-opening side windows upstairs. Most two-storey extensions therefore go through a householder planning application, which costs £548 from 1 April 2026 and normally takes about 8 weeks.
Before any drawing is finalised we check whether the house is listed, in a conservation area or subject to an Article 4 direction.
Building regulations approval is separate from planning. In England you can use the council's building control team or a registered building control approver; a full plans application gets the drawings checked before work starts, and the inspector signs the work off with a completion certificate.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
When a double-storey extension makes sense
- Homeowners who would otherwise consider moving
- Houses with enough distance to the rear or side boundary
- Growing families who need a bedroom as well as a bigger kitchen
The roof is what makes a two-storey extension look right or wrong. We match the pitch and materials of the main house wherever possible and plan the upstairs layout around the existing landing so the new rooms feel original rather than bolted on.
Extensions in and around York
Our survey diary covers York, including YO1, YO10, YO23, YO24, YO30, YO31. Nearby, we also take on projects in Selby (12 miles), Harrogate (19 miles), Ripon (24 miles), Northallerton (31 miles).
Homes across Yorkshire and the Humber range from back-to-back and through terraces to large suburban semis, and extension options vary with them.
Our process, step by step
Site visits are free and there is no obligation. Where drawings are needed, the design stage is priced in writing before it starts.
Free site visit
It starts with a visit to your house to measure, check access and talk through ideas and budget.
Design and approvals
Drawings are prepared and agreed with you, then submitted for the right planning route and building regulations approval.
Fixed written price
The price is fixed in writing once the design is settled, with a clear programme and payment stages.
Build and sign-off
Our team builds the extension, keeps you updated weekly and finishes with building control sign-off.
Your questions about a double-storey extension in York
How long does a double-storey extension take to build in York?
On site, typically 16 to 24 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 8–16 weeks design and approvals.
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for York, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
Do I need building regulations approval in York?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
Is a two-storey extension cheaper per square metre?
Usually. Our guide range is about £1,460 to £2,820 per m² of new floor area including VAT, compared with £1,640 to £3,200 per m² for single-storey work, because the foundations and roof are shared across two floors.
Does a double-storey extension need planning permission?
Often, yes. In England a two-storey rear extension can be permitted development only if it projects no more than 3 m and sits at least 7 m from the rear boundary, with matching roof pitch and obscure side windows. Side extensions over one storey always need planning permission. We confirm the route at the survey.
Book a free site visit in York
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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