What is a single-storey extension?
A single-storey extension is a ground-floor addition, usually at the rear of a house, that enlarges a kitchen, living or dining space. Most are built with cavity walls on concrete foundations and finished with a flat roof and roof lantern or a pitched tiled roof.
How much does a single-storey extension cost in North Shields?
In North Shields, a single-storey extension typically costs £1,750–£2,600 per m² of floor area, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). For a typical 20 m² project that is roughly £35,000–£52,000. Prices across the North East are typically 10% below the UK average for this kind of work, which is reflected in the range for North Shields. Design, structural calculations and council fees are extra.
| Size or type | Guide range |
|---|---|
| Smaller project (14 m²) | £24,500–£36,500 |
| Typical project (20 m²) | £35,000–£52,000 |
| Larger project (28 m²) | £49,000–£73,000 |
| Rate per m² | £1,750–£2,600 |
The main things that change the cost:
- Roof type and the size of any lantern or roof windows
- Kitchen, flooring and finishes, which we can include or leave to you
- Ground conditions and foundation depth
- Glazing: sliding and bifold doors cost more than French doors
For a figure based on your own measurements, try the guide price tool, then book a free home visit for a fixed quote.
Do you need planning permission for a single-storey extension in North Shields?
Approvals for a single-storey extension in North Shields follow the rules for England. In England a single-storey rear extension is often permitted development: broadly up to 3 metres deep on a semi-detached or terraced house and 4 metres on a detached house, no higher than 4 metres, with eaves no higher than 3 metres within 2 metres of a boundary, and covering no more than half the garden. The larger home extension scheme allows up to 6 or 8 metres if you notify the council first and neighbours have a chance to comment. In conservation areas, National Parks and National Landscapes the larger home extension route, side extensions and cladding are not permitted development. Flats and houses whose rights have been removed need a planning application, and listed buildings need listed building consent.
Building regulations approval comes from the council’s building control service or a registered building control approver. The work is inspected at key stages, such as foundations, drainage and insulation, and a completion certificate is issued at the end.
Our first visit includes a check of your planning history, so you know the route before paying for drawings.
What we handle
From survey to sign-off, the job normally involves:
- Measured survey and design drawings
- Structural calculations for steels and lintels
- First and second fix electrics, heating and plastering
- Knock-through to the existing house with steel beams
- Doors, windows and roof glazing installed
- Cavity walls, insulation and roof to current building regulations
How long does it take?
Build time is typically 10 to 14 weeks on site for a typical rear extension, after approvals. Allow time beforehand for drawings and approvals, usually 6 to 12 weeks.
Building in North Shields
Across the North East, colliery-era terraces and newer estates sit side by side, so the right project depends on the house type.
Our North Shields coverage includes postcode districts NE29 and NE30, and we also work in nearby places such as Tynemouth, South Shields and Whitley Bay.
How it works
- 01
Visit and measured survey
A free visit to understand the project, check access and take measurements.
- 02
Design and pricing
Design options, then a fixed quote based on the chosen drawings and specification.
- 03
Approvals in place
We handle planning, building control and neighbour notices before work starts.
- 04
Construction and completion
We build, put right any snags and hand over the building control certificate.
Questions about single-storey extensions in North Shields
How much does a single-storey extension cost in North Shields?
In North Shields, a single-storey extension typically costs £1,750–£2,600 per m² of floor area, including VAT at 20% (standard rate). A typical 20 m² project comes to roughly £35,000–£52,000. Your fixed price depends on the survey and drawings.
How long does a single-storey extension take?
Once approvals are in place, a typical rear extension takes 10 to 14 weeks on site. Design and approvals usually take another 6 to 12 weeks beforehand, depending on whether a planning application is needed.
Can I stay in the house during the build?
Usually yes. We build the shell before opening up the back wall, so the house stays weathertight for most of the job. There will be a few weeks when the kitchen or back room is out of use.
Do you build single-storey extensions in North Shields?
Yes. We build single-storey extensions across North Shields, including postcodes NE29 and NE30. Every project starts with a free home visit.
Do I need planning permission for a single-storey extension?
Not always. Many small rear extensions are permitted development, within limits on depth, height and how much of the garden is covered. The limits depend on which nation you live in and on protected areas such as conservation areas, and flats or houses whose rights have been removed need an application. We check this at the survey and can apply to the council for formal confirmation.