An HMO extension adds space to a shared house, usually a ground-floor bedroom with ensuite or a bigger communal kitchen. For a house in Torquay we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Devon, England
- Postcodes
- TQ1 and TQ2
- Location
- 18 miles south of Exeter
- Pricing region
- South West
What do extensions for extra rooms in Torquay involve?
- Building control completion
- Foundations, structure and roof
- Ensuite drainage and extraction
- Planning route check and drawings
- Fire separation and detection extended to the new space
Which rules apply in Torquay?
Here is what usually applies to a Torquay job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 7 or more sharers is a sui generis large HMO and normally needs planning permission.
- A conversion can be a material change of use under the building regulations, so confirm with building control before work starts.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
How much do extensions for extra rooms cost in Torquay?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-storey extension, about 15 m² | £35,000 – £60,000 | £36,400 – £62,400 | project |
| Single-storey extension per m² | £1,800 – £4,000 | £1,850 – £4,150 | m² |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for South West, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Torquay follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 8–14 weeks. If a council deadline applies in Torquay, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Torquay landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- A kitchen too small for the number of sharers
- Moving to more sharers with consent
Questions about extensions for extra rooms in Torquay
Can I extend an HMO under permitted development?
Some extensions to houses are permitted development, but rules differ for HMOs and by nation and council. We check the address before design.
How far do you travel from Torquay?
We cover the whole of Devon and work UK-wide. For Torquay the nearest towns on our list are Paignton (3 miles), Newton Abbot (6 miles), Exmouth (12 miles).
Does a shared house in Torquay need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much do extensions for extra rooms cost in Torquay?
Our guide ranges for South West 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 Torquay
- Paignton · 3 mi
- Newton Abbot · 6 mi
- Exmouth · 12 mi
- Heavitree · 18 mi
- Exeter · 18 mi
- Plymstock · 26 mi
- All of Devon
Other HMO services in Torquay
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Torquay
- Communal kitchen refits in Torquay
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Torquay
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Torquay
- Ensuite installation in Torquay
- House to HMO conversion in Torquay
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Torquay
- Full HMO refurbishment in Torquay