An HMO extension adds space to a shared house, usually a ground-floor bedroom with ensuite or a bigger communal kitchen. Gateshead is 1 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne. We price extensions for extra rooms there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Tyne and Wear, England
- Postcodes
- NE8, NE82, NE83 and NE88
- Location
- 1 miles south-east of Newcastle upon Tyne
- Pricing region
- North East
What do extensions for extra rooms in Gateshead involve?
- Building control completion
- Ensuite drainage and extraction
- Kitchen or bedroom fit-out
- Planning route check and drawings
- Heating, insulation and glazing
Which rules apply in Gateshead?
Extensions for extra rooms in Gateshead 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.
- 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.
- 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 Gateshead?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single-storey extension, about 15 m² | £35,000 – £60,000 | £32,200 – £55,200 | project |
| Single-storey extension per m² | £1,800 – £4,000 | £1,650 – £3,700 | m² |
Prices in Gateshead are shown with our regional adjustment for North East (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 8–14 weeks. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Gateshead landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Moving to more sharers with consent
- Adding a ground-floor room
Questions about extensions for extra rooms in Gateshead
Will the extension affect neighbours?
Possibly, if it is on or near a boundary. Party wall procedures may apply in England and Wales.
Do you cover all of Gateshead?
Yes. We work across Gateshead and the NE8, NE82, NE83 and NE88 postcode areas, plus the rest of Tyne and Wear. Nearby places we also cover include Newcastle upon Tyne, Felling, Gosforth.
Does a shared house in Gateshead 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 Gateshead?
Our guide ranges for North 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 Gateshead
- Newcastle upon Tyne · 1 mi
- Felling · 1 mi
- Gosforth · 3 mi
- Wallsend · 3 mi
- Hebburn · 4 mi
- Jarrow · 5 mi
- All of Tyne and Wear
Other HMO services in Gateshead
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Gateshead
- Communal kitchen refits in Gateshead
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Gateshead
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Gateshead
- Ensuite installation in Gateshead
- House to HMO conversion in Gateshead
- Full HMO refurbishment in Gateshead
- Sound insulation in Gateshead