An HMO extension adds space to a shared house, usually a ground-floor bedroom with ensuite or a bigger communal kitchen. In Stretford, a town of around 40,000 people in Greater Manchester, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Greater Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- M17, M32, M33 and M41
- Location
- 4 miles south-west of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What do extensions for extra rooms in Stretford involve?
- Heating, insulation and glazing
- Foundations, structure and roof
- Ensuite drainage and extraction
- Kitchen or bedroom fit-out
- Party wall coordination where needed
Which rules apply in Stretford?
Here is what usually applies to a Stretford 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.
- 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.
How much do extensions for extra rooms cost in Stretford?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-storey extension, about 15 m² | £35,000 – £60,000 | £33,600 – £57,600 | project |
| Single-storey extension per m² | £1,800 – £4,000 | £1,750 – £3,850 | m² |
Prices in Stretford are shown with our regional adjustment for North West (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Allow 8–14 weeks on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Stretford 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 Stretford
Will the extension affect neighbours?
Possibly, if it is on or near a boundary. Party wall procedures may apply in England and Wales.
How far do you travel from Stretford?
We cover the whole of Greater Manchester and work UK-wide. For Stretford the nearest towns on our list are Old Trafford (1 miles), Urmston (2 miles), Sale (2 miles).
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Stretford?
With the local council for the address. Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
How much do extensions for extra rooms cost in Stretford?
Our guide ranges for North 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 Stretford
- Old Trafford · 1 mi
- Urmston · 2 mi
- Sale · 2 mi
- Eccles · 2 mi
- Salford · 3 mi
- Swinton · 4 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Stretford
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Stretford
- Communal kitchen refits in Stretford
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Stretford
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Stretford
- Ensuite installation in Stretford
- House to HMO conversion in Stretford
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Stretford
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Stretford