An HMO extension adds space to a shared house, usually a ground-floor bedroom with ensuite or a bigger communal kitchen. Landlords in Farnham (GU9) 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.
- Area
- Surrey, England
- Postcodes
- GU9
- Location
- 18 miles south-east of Reading
- Pricing region
- South East
What do extensions for extra rooms in Farnham involve?
- Planning route check and drawings
- Fire separation and detection extended to the new space
- Heating, insulation and glazing
- Foundations, structure and roof
- Building control completion
Which rules apply in Farnham?
Here is what usually applies to a Farnham job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 3–6 unrelated sharers is use class C4; changing from a family house is usually permitted development unless an Article 4 direction applies.
- Building regulations cover structural changes, new partitions, ensuite drainage, fire-resisting construction and notifiable electrical work.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS Housing – Fire Safety guide (2008) is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
How much do extensions for extra rooms cost in Farnham?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-storey extension, about 15 m² | £35,000 – £60,000 | £39,200 – £67,200 | project |
| Single-storey extension per m² | £1,800 – £4,000 | £2,000 – £4,500 | m² |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Farnham can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Farnham landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Farnham:
- Adding a ground-floor room
- Moving to more sharers with consent
Questions about extensions for extra rooms in Farnham
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.
How far do you travel from Farnham?
We cover the whole of Surrey and work UK-wide. For Farnham the nearest towns on our list are Aldershot (3 miles), Fleet (5 miles), Farnborough (6 miles).
Does a shared house in Farnham 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 Farnham?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Farnham
- Aldershot · 3 mi
- Fleet · 5 mi
- Farnborough · 6 mi
- Bordon · 7 mi
- Godalming · 8 mi
- Camberley · 9 mi
- All of Surrey
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