An HMO extension adds space to a shared house, usually a ground-floor bedroom with ensuite or a bigger communal kitchen. Landlords in Aberdeen (AB10, AB11, AB12 and AB24) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have. With students as well as working sharers renting in Aberdeen, we plan bigger jobs for the gap between academic-year tenancies where we can.
- Area
- Aberdeen City, Scotland
- Postcodes
- AB10, AB11, AB12 and AB24
- Council
- Aberdeen City Council
- Pricing region
- Scotland
What do extensions for extra rooms in Aberdeen involve?
- Fire separation and detection extended to the new space
- Foundations, structure and roof
- Ensuite drainage and extraction
- Party wall coordination where needed
- Kitchen or bedroom fit-out
Which rules apply in Aberdeen?
Here is what usually applies to a Aberdeen job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Scotland has no C4 use class: up to 5 residents can fall within Class 9 (houses), and HMO planning policy is set by each council, some of which require permission at lower numbers.
- A building warrant may be needed for a change of use or for installing a fire alarm system; check with the council’s building standards service.
- Councils set HMO fire standards through licence conditions, often including emergency lighting in larger HMOs.
- Kitchen, WC and bathroom ratios come from council standards; one WC and one bath or shower per 5 people is a common figure.
How much do extensions for extra rooms cost in Aberdeen?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-storey extension, about 15 m² | £35,000 – £60,000 | £33,250 – £57,000 | project |
| Single-storey extension per m² | £1,800 – £4,000 | £1,700 – £3,800 | m² |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for Scotland, where costs run below the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Aberdeen follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 8–14 weeks. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
For student houses in Aberdeen, booking by spring is the safest way to make the summer gap.
When do Aberdeen landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Moving to more sharers with consent
- A kitchen too small for the number of sharers
Questions about extensions for extra rooms in Aberdeen
Will the extension affect neighbours?
Possibly, if it is on or near a boundary. Party wall procedures may apply in England and Wales.
Do you cover all of Aberdeen?
Yes. We work across Aberdeen and the AB10, AB11, AB12 and AB24 postcode areas, plus the rest of Aberdeen City. Nearby places we also cover include Nigg, Westhill, Inverurie.
Which council covers HMOs in Aberdeen?
Aberdeen is covered by Aberdeen City Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do extensions for extra rooms cost in Aberdeen?
Our guide ranges for Scotland are in the table on this page, and the guide-price tool gives a figure for your house. A fixed written quote follows a free site visit.
Extensions for extra rooms near Aberdeen
- Nigg · 2 mi
- Westhill · 7 mi
- Inverurie · 14 mi
- Peterhead · 28 mi
- Fraserburgh · 38 mi
- Arbroath · 44 mi
- All of Aberdeen City
Other HMO services in Aberdeen
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Aberdeen
- Communal kitchen refits in Aberdeen
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Aberdeen
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Aberdeen
- Ensuite installation in Aberdeen
- House to HMO conversion in Aberdeen
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Aberdeen
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Aberdeen