Do I want a constructing allow for an extension?

The simple answer is no. You do not need a building permit for smaller extensions. Depending on the size, you can build up to six to eight meters freely if you own a single-family house. However, there are certain rules and regulations regarding expansion that must be followed.

The following are the general expansion rules to consider when planning an expansion:

• You cannot build an extension that is taller than the highest part of your home.
• No more than half of the area around your house can be covered by other houses or buildings.
• If you live in front of the freeway, you cannot drive forward or sideways.
• One-story extensions are only limited to the rear walls of the building within 8 meters.
• The maximum height for a one-story house extension is 4 meters.
• Two-story extensions may not be longer than 7 meters.
• You cannot extend verandas or balconies or build a raised platform.
• You cannot connect a TV or a satellite dish.
• You don't plan on making room behind your original back border.

How much can I expand my house without planning?

Knowledge How much can you expand your home without permission Plan, ask yourself these five questions:

• Are you planning to expand less than half the land around your original home?
• Is the height of your planned extension less than three meters?
• Is your planned extension limited to 2 meters within the boundary of your home?
• Are you using the same materials as in your original home?
• You will not include a balcony, porch, raised platform or satellite dish in your extensions.

If you answered yes to most of the questions, here is the good news for you! You can plan minor expansions without needing permission. Just make sure you adhere to all of the above.

However, if you answered no to the above questions, consider the following expansion rules:

1. For rear extensions – one story building

One-tier stern extensions are usually not subject to too many authorizations. In most cases, you can extend up to 4 meters for a single family home and up to 3 meters for other types of houses, likely without a permit plan. Unless you happen to live in a nature reserve, this extension limit can be increased to eight meters for single family homes and six meters for other types of property.

2. For ancillary extensions – one-story building

The side extensions for a one-story house should not exceed 50% of the total width and 4 meters of a building. If your expansion plans are below these parameters, you're good to go. You can renew without authorization.

3. For multi-storey extensions

You can create a multi-level extension with permission or using permissions / development rights. This is a little difficult without permissions. The extension rules for multi-story buildings are mostly associated with bureaucracy. Some of these include:

• Your extension cannot be more than 3 meters behind your original home.
• Extension cannot be made within 7 meters of the border opposite your back wall.
• Roof extensions shouldn't be higher than the original height of your home.

Note that in most cases you will need a permit or permit for a multi-story extension. Although planning permissions are vital when adding some major changes to your home, you can plan minor additions like raising doors, covering the structure, adding windows, etc. without permission.