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Two-storey extensions in Harrogate

Everything for a two-storey extension in Harrogate, in one place: types, guide prices for Yorkshire and the Humber, the approval rules in England and how to get started.

Harrogate at a glance

Postcode districts
HG1, HG2 and HG3
Area
North Yorkshire, England
Price region
Yorkshire and the Humber
Nearest towns
Knaresborough (3.1 miles), Wetherby (7.5 miles), Otley (8.7 miles), Ripon (10 miles)
Distance to York
about 18.6 miles
Approvals
Two-storey rear: up to 3 m deep and 7 m from the rear boundary under permitted development. Side, wraparound and front: planning permission.

We cover Harrogate (HG1, HG2 and HG3) and the places around it, including Knaresborough (3.1 miles), Wetherby (7.5 miles) and Otley.

Extensions available in Harrogate

Which type suits your house?

If you're not sure which type fits, that's what the free visit is for. We'll sketch the realistic options for your house in Harrogate, with a rough idea of the approval route and cost for each.

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Rules for Harrogate

Harrogate is in England. Two-storey rear: up to 3 m deep and 7 m from the rear boundary under permitted development. Side, wraparound and front: planning permission. Householder planning application: £548 (or £575 for applications made from 8 December 2026). Lawful development certificate: £274 (about £288 for applications from 8 December 2026). Councils should decide householder applications within 8 weeks of validation.

The full England rules explained

Questions about extensions in Harrogate

Do you cover Harrogate?

Yes. We cover Harrogate (HG1, HG2 and HG3) and the surrounding area, including Knaresborough and Wetherby. The first site visit is free.

What does a two-storey extension cost in Harrogate?

Using our Yorkshire and the Humber guide, a two-storey rear extension with a 4 m × 3.5 m footprint on two floors (28 m² of new floor space) is about £51,500–£69,500 including VAT. An extension over a garage is about £29,000–£42,000.

Which other places near Harrogate do you cover?

Everywhere around it, including Knaresborough (3.1 miles), Wetherby (7.5 miles) and Otley (8.7 miles), and the rest of North Yorkshire.

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