Second Storey Extensions — Why Melbourne Homeowners Are Building Up
Do you need more space in your home?
Thinking of extending?
Many people in this scenario face the dilemma of how to extend – should they build up or build out?
The value of backyard space is increasing in Melbourne as homes sold with good rear yard space fetch premium prices. For this reason, more and more people are extending upwards instead of outwards. Even though the price of construction is higher for an upper extension, this extra expenditure is akin to effectively purchasing yard space.
How Our Second Storey Extension Process Works
With years of experience in home renovations and expansions, House Design Solutions is the team to trust for a house extension in Melbourne. If you are thinking of second-storey house extensions in Melbourne, contact us and talk to the extension specialists. Our tried and tested Design and Construct Extension Process is simple and step-based, including initial discussions, consultation, designing, documentation and of course the build.
During the free initial discussion, we will research your property, ask you questions, offer advice and let you decide if you want to move forward with us.
If you proceed, for a small fee, our experts will then visit your home, analyse available options, discuss requirements and give you an initial ballpark figure of building cost. If you wish to proceed further, we will measure up your house, take an in-depth brief from you and produce an initial sketch design. With this initial design, your house extension plan becomes measurable, and we are able to provide you with a more accurate cost estimate. Only if you’re happy with the design and estimate will we move to the documentation part where final cost and specifications are agreed upon.
We can now transform your home.
Do You Need a Planning Permit for a Second Storey Extension?
Every second storey extension in Victoria needs a building permit, but whether you also need a planning permit depends on your property. Lots under 300 m², heritage or neighbourhood character overlays, and some zone schedules can all trigger a planning permit, while many standard suburban blocks can go straight to building approval. We check your title, zoning and overlays during the free initial discussion so you know which approvals apply before any design work starts. For a step-by-step overview, see our guide to house extensions in Melbourne.
Don’t tolerate a lack of space. Contact the experts today at House Design Solutions and see how we can help transform your home!
