Covering St Andrews
Our coverage around St Andrews (KY16) also includes Cupar, Dundee and Carnoustie.
Homes in Fife
In Scotland many families extend bungalows and semis, while tenement flats bring shared ownership of roofs and walls that needs agreeing early.
What is included in a double-storey extension in St Andrews?
A double-storey extension adds new rooms on both the ground and first floor in one build, typically a larger kitchen or living space downstairs and an extra bedroom or bathroom above. Because the roof and foundations are shared, the cost per square metre is usually lower than a single-storey extension.
- Building warrant application and completion certificate
- Measured survey, design and planning drawings
- Householder planning application
How much does a double-storey extension cost in St Andrews?
Typical ranges for double-storey extensions. Ground conditions, access and specification move the final figure, which we fix in writing before work starts.
| Double-storey extensions | Guide price incl. VAT |
|---|---|
| Standard specification | £2,400 to £2,900 per m² |
| Good specification | £2,900 to £3,400 per m² |
| High specification | £3,400 to £3,850 per m² |
What approvals does a double-storey extension need in Scotland?
Scottish projects follow a different process from England: the council issues a building warrant before work starts and accepts a completion certificate at the end, alongside any planning permission needed. We prepare both applications.
Two-storey extensions in Scotland almost always need planning permission, and a building warrant must be granted before work starts.
What can change the price or programme?
- Side extensions close to a boundary are often set back or stepped down so they do not create a terraced effect.
- Neighbours’ light is assessed using the 45-degree guide many councils use.
How does the project run?
- Start with a conversation. A short call or the online form is enough for us to understand what you want to build.
- Free site visit. We measure up, look at access, drains and the structure, and talk through options and budget.
- Price and paperwork. The design is priced line by line, and we submit the planning and building control applications.
- We build it. Work follows an agreed programme, with inspections at each stage and a final sign-off.
Double-storey extensions: common questions
How much does a two-storey extension cost?
Typically about £2,400 to £3,850 per square metre of new floor area including VAT. A 40 m² extension across two floors is often around £100,000 to £150,000 depending on specification.
How long does a two-storey extension take?
Around 14 to 24 weeks on site, plus the planning period before that.
How do I get a price for double-storey extensions in St Andrews?
Use the guide price tool for a ballpark figure, then book a visit for a fixed written price for the agreed specification.
Other towns nearby
- Double-storey extensions in Cupar
- Double-storey extensions in Dundee
- Double-storey extensions in Carnoustie
- Double-storey extensions in Glenrothes
Learn more about double-storey extensions, or see every project we cover in St Andrews.