Two-Storey & Double Extensions in Tollerton

Tollerton property: what makes the work different here

Tollerton is an attractive, leafy village situated approximately five miles south of Nottingham city centre within the borough of Rushcliffe. The village features a diverse architectural landscape, ranging from charming historic cottages and period farmhouses near the traditional village core to substantial inter-war detached houses and mid-to-late 20th-century family homes along tree-lined residential avenues. Many properties in Tollerton occupy generous plots with broad frontages and deep rear gardens, making them prime candidates for two-storey rear and side extensions. However, these distinct property types introduce specific structural and design considerations. Older homes may feature shallow original footings, solid masonry walls, or non-standard drainage layouts that require careful integration with modern foundations and structural steel supports. Furthermore, properties situated close to the Tollerton Conservation Area require sympathetic architectural treatments to preserve the village's historic character, demanding matching brickwork, traditional roof profiles, and complementary fenestration. Navigating these local characteristics ensures that your two-storey extension not only delivers expansive new family living accommodation but also adds lasting value to your home.

What double storey extensions involves

Constructing a double storey extension is a comprehensive structural undertaking that transforms both levels of your home. The build begins with site preparation, ground excavation, and pouring engineered concrete foundations designed to carry the substantial dead load of two storeys of masonry and roofing. Sub-structure brickwork and damp-proof membranes are installed before moving onto the main superstructure, where external cavity walls are erected using brickwork carefully matched to your existing Tollerton property. Heavy structural steel beams are craned or maneuvered into place to create wide, open-plan ground floor openings and support the upper floor timbers. Roof trusses or traditional cut timber roofs are then constructed, felted, battened, and tiled to make the entire structure watertight. Once weatherproof, external glazing, bifold doors, and windows are installed. Internally, first-fix plumbing, electrics, and heating pipework are routed through floor joists and stud partitions before plasterboarding, skimming, second-fix joinery, bathroom installations, and final structural connections to the existing house are completed.

Do I need planning permission in Tollerton? (Rushcliffe Borough Council)

Navigating planning permission for a double storey extension in Tollerton requires a clear understanding of Rushcliffe Borough Council planning policies. Some two-storey rear extensions can be constructed under permitted development rights, provided the design meets strict national criteria: the extension must not extend more than three metres beyond the rear wall of the original dwelling, must maintain matching materials, cannot exceed the height of the existing roof ridge, and upper-floor side-facing windows must be obscure-glazed and non-opening below 1.7 metres. However, two-storey side extensions, wrap-around extensions, or any additions exceeding these dimensions require a full householder planning application submitted to Rushcliffe Borough Council. If your property is situated within or adjacent to the Tollerton Conservation Area, permitted development rights are typically restricted, requiring formal approval to ensure materials, roof pitches, and massing complement the local architectural vernacular. Design N Build manages the planning route completely on your behalf, preparing scaled elevations, floor plans, and design statements, while monitoring the application through to determination.

Building regulations, inspections and paperwork

Every two-storey extension requires comprehensive building control approval to ensure structural safety, weather tightness, fire separation, and thermal efficiency. For homes in Tollerton, building control is delivered by East Midlands Building Consultancy, the dedicated shared service operating across Rushcliffe, Newark and Sherwood, and South Kesteven. The statutory process begins with a technical plan check, where structural steel calculations, foundation design depths, drainage layouts, and insulation specifications are formally assessed against Approved Documents. Once construction begins on site, building control surveyors conduct mandatory site inspections at defined stages: initial foundation trenches, damp-proof courses, structural steel installation, floor and roof timber framing, insulation placement, and final drainage testing. These routine inspections protect your investment and confirm that the construction adheres strictly to national standards. Upon satisfactory final inspection, East Midlands Building Consultancy issues your official Building Regulations Completion Certificate. This document is crucial when selling or remortgaging your home, as it proves that the new upper and lower storeys have been constructed legally and safely in full accordance with modern building regulations.

How we work, stage by stage

Design N Build operates a disciplined, stage-by-stage methodology designed to keep two-storey extension projects running smoothly from initial concept to handover. We begin with a detailed site survey at your Tollerton property, evaluating spatial requirements, boundary relationships, service connections, and structural viability. Our architectural team produces clear conceptual drawings and planning submissions, coordinating directly with Rushcliffe Borough Council and East Midlands Building Consultancy. Once technical drawings and structural calculations are approved, we issue a clear, fixed-scope schedule of works with milestone-based payment stages. On site, our experienced project managers supervise groundworks, masonry, structural steel installation, roof framing, and internal trades. We maintain transparent communication throughout, providing regular progress updates and scheduling local building control inspections at every critical milestone. Our trades adhere strictly to current safety standards, keeping the site tidy, secure, and respectful of your home life. We conclude each build with rigorous snagging, testing of all electrical and plumbing services, and issuing complete regulatory paperwork and warranties.

1. Step 1

   Initial Consultation & Feasibility

   We assess your Tollerton property, evaluate structural feasibility, discuss your spatial requirements, and review local planning constraints to define a clear project brief.

2. Step 2

   Design & Planning Submission

   Our team creates detailed architectural drawings, 3D layouts, and structural engineering calculations, managing submissions to Rushcliffe Borough Council and East Midlands Building Consultancy.

3. Step 3

   Groundworks & Foundations

   We excavate trenches, install specified concrete foundations, lay underground drainage connections, and build up sub-structure brickwork to damp-proof course level.

4. Step 4

   Superstructure & Steelwork

   Our bricklayers construct external cavity walls, install insulation, and position structural steel beams to support upper floor joists and open ground-floor layouts.

5. Step 5

   Roofing & Weatherproofing

   Carpenters erect the roof structure, which is felted, battened, and tiled to achieve full weather tightness alongside installing high-performance windows and external doors.

6. Step 6

   First Fix & Plastering

   Plumbers and electricians route pipework, wiring, and underfloor heating before walls and ceilings are fully insulated, plasterboarded, and skimmed to a smooth finish.

7. Step 7

   Second Fix & Certification

   We fit bathrooms, internal doors, architraves, skirting, and lighting, followed by thorough snagging, East Midlands Building Consultancy sign-off, and handover of completion certificates.

What drives the cost in Tollerton

The budget for a double storey extension in Tollerton is determined by a range of structural, environmental, and finishing variables. Ground conditions play an early role; deep clay soils or established boundary trees often require engineered trench-fill or piled foundations rather than standard concrete footings. The structural opening size on the ground floor also affects costs, as creating wide open-plan kitchen-diners demands heavier, specially engineered steel beam frameworks. On the upper floor, incorporating additional en-suite bathrooms requires dedicated drainage runs, soil vent pipe repositioning, and upgraded hot water cylinders or combi boiler systems to maintain adequate pressure. Exterior materials also influence pricing; sourcing matching brick types, handmade clay roof tiles, or render finishes that harmonize with Tollerton's village character ensures an integrated aesthetic. High-performance glazing packages, including aluminium bifolding doors, rooflights, and flush casement windows, represent another key cost consideration. Finally, interior fit-outs—from underfloor heating across expansive ground floors to custom cabinetry, tiling, and bespoke lighting schemes—will determine where your project sits within an indicative guide range of £1,800 to £2,400+ per square metre.

Cost ranges on this page are indicative guides only, not quotations. Your figure depends on the survey, specification and site conditions.

Projects we take on in Tollerton

In Tollerton, we design and construct a wide variety of two-storey extensions tailored to individual house layouts and lifestyle needs. Two-storey rear extensions are among the most popular choices, allowing homeowners to create large, open-plan kitchen, dining, and living zones across the ground floor with expansive bifold doors opening onto generous gardens, alongside additional master bedrooms with en-suites upstairs. Double storey side extensions are also common on detached and semi-detached properties with broad side plots, providing space for integrated garages, utility rooms, and home offices below, matched by extra bedrooms and family bathrooms above. For larger corner plots or detached residences, we deliver wrap-around two-storey extensions that completely transform both the ground and first floors into spacious, contemporary living environments. We also handle complex structural reconfigurations, removing load-bearing internal walls to ensure seamless transitions between original spaces and new multi-storey additions.

Read the full Double Storey Extensions guide for design options, planning rules and what drives cost.

Living in the house while we work

Remaining in your home during a two-storey extension is entirely possible, and most of our Tollerton clients choose to do so throughout the majority of the build. Because the earliest phases—ground excavation, foundation pouring, bricklaying, and roof timbering—occur entirely outside the existing external walls, your daily household routine remains largely undisturbed for several weeks. Disruption is concentrated towards the middle and later stages when structural knock-throughs take place to connect the new extension to your current living spaces. To protect your home, we erect sturdy dust partitions, apply heavy-duty protective floor coverings, and seal off living zones from work areas. Tollerton's spacious plots and private driveways generally simplify site logistics, providing ample room for materials storage, trade vehicles, and skips without encumbering public walkways. On narrower residential avenues, we coordinate heavy deliveries considerately to avoid obstructing neighbours. We maintain consistent working hours, keep communal driveways tidy, and ensure essential services like water, electricity, and heating remain operational throughout the construction programme.

Areas we also cover near Tollerton

In addition to delivering two-storey extensions in Tollerton, Design N Build provides comprehensive design and build services across neighbouring communities throughout south Nottinghamshire. We regularly work in Edwalton, transforming modern executive homes and period properties with expansive multi-storey additions and open-plan kitchen extensions. Our team is active in Radcliffe on Trent, managing two-storey builds that take advantage of elevated plots and mature residential settings. We also deliver quality structural extensions across Keyworth, upgrading mid-century detached and semi-detached properties to accommodate growing modern families. Because all these neighbouring locations fall under the planning jurisdiction of Rushcliffe Borough Council and the building control oversight of East Midlands Building Consultancy, our teams bring deep familiarity with local planning policies, ground conditions, and technical compliance to every project across the district.

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Next step for your Tollerton project

Expanding your home with a bespoke two-storey extension in Tollerton starts with a conversation about your family's needs, budget, and design aspirations. Design N Build provides end-to-end guidance, from initial feasibility assessments and architectural planning through to structural engineering, local authority approvals, and complete turnkey construction. Whether you are looking to add an expansive ground-floor kitchen-diner with luxury master suites above, or need a two-storey side extension to balance your home's layout, our team is here to help. Call us directly on 07888 885791, send a quick message via WhatsApp, or complete our online quote form to arrange an initial on-site consultation at your Tollerton property today.