In short: An HMO extension adds space to a shared house, usually a ground-floor bedroom with ensuite or a bigger communal kitchen. We carry this out across Leicestershire, priced against the HMO rules for England and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
- Postcode areas
- LE, CV, DE, NG
- Main towns
- Leicester, Loughborough, Hinckley, Coalville, Wigston Magna
What do extensions for extra rooms in Leicestershire involve?
- Party wall coordination where needed
- Foundations, structure and roof
- Ensuite drainage and extraction
- Fire separation and detection extended to the new space
- Kitchen or bedroom fit-out
- Heating, insulation and glazing
Which rules apply in Leicestershire?
- 3–6 unrelated sharers is use class C4; changing from a family house is usually permitted development unless an Article 4 direction applies.
- A conversion can be a material change of use under the building regulations, so confirm with building control before work starts.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- 7 or more sharers is a sui generis large HMO and normally needs planning permission.
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 Leicestershire?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-storey extension, about 15 m² | £35,000 – £60,000 | £33,950 – £58,200 | project |
| Single-storey extension per m² | £1,800 – £4,000 | £1,750 – £3,900 | m² |
Typical time on site: 8–14 weeks. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Extensions for extra rooms by town in Leicestershire
Questions about extensions for extra rooms in Leicestershire
Do you handle building control?
Yes, from application to completion certificate.
Is a kitchen extension worth it?
Often, when the existing kitchen limits how many people the council will allow. A bigger kitchen can unlock an extra room.
Do you carry out extensions for extra rooms across Leicestershire?
Yes, across the whole of Leicestershire, including Leicester, Loughborough, Hinckley.
Who licenses HMOs in Leicestershire?
HMOs in Leicestershire are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Leicestershire
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Leicestershire
- Communal kitchen refits in Leicestershire
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Leicestershire
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Leicestershire
- Ensuite installation in Leicestershire
- House to HMO conversion in Leicestershire
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Leicestershire
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Leicestershire