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 Canning Town 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
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- E13, E14 and E16
- Location
- 6 miles east of London
- Council
- London Borough of Newham
- Pricing region
- London
What do extensions for extra rooms in Canning Town involve?
- Foundations, structure and roof
- Kitchen or bedroom fit-out
- Party wall coordination where needed
- Fire separation and detection extended to the new space
- Planning route check and drawings
Which rules apply in Canning Town?
Extensions for extra rooms in Canning Town must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- 7 or more sharers is a sui generis large HMO and normally needs planning permission.
- Building regulations cover structural changes, new partitions, ensuite drainage, fire-resisting construction and notifiable electrical work.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
London Borough of Newham: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force across the council area Borough-wide Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) since 31 Jul 2013. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force in part of the council area Additional licensing in 22 of 24 wards (all except Royal Victoria and Stratford Olympic Park) 1 Jan 2023-31 Dec 2027. |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Selective licensing in the same 22 wards from 1 Jun 2023 to 31 May 2028. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Canning Town before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Newham HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do extensions for extra rooms cost in Canning Town?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-storey extension, about 15 m² | £35,000 – £60,000 | £44,800 – £76,800 | project |
| Single-storey extension per m² | £1,800 – £4,000 | £2,300 – £5,100 | m² |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for London, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Canning Town follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 8–14 weeks. If a council deadline applies in Canning Town, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Canning Town landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Adding a ground-floor room
- A kitchen too small for the number of sharers
Questions about extensions for extra rooms in Canning Town
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.
Do you cover all of Canning Town?
Yes. We work across Canning Town and the E13, E14 and E16 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include Stratford, Bow, Canary Wharf.
Which council covers HMOs in Canning Town?
Canning Town is covered by London Borough of Newham. 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 Canning Town?
Our guide ranges for London 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 Canning Town
- Stratford · 2 mi
- Bow · 2 mi
- Canary Wharf · 2 mi
- Greenwich · 3 mi
- Barking · 3 mi
- Blackheath · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
Other HMO services in Canning Town
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Canning Town
- Communal kitchen refits in Canning Town
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Canning Town
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Canning Town
- Ensuite installation in Canning Town
- House to HMO conversion in Canning Town
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Canning Town
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Canning Town