In short: An HMO loft conversion adds one or two letting rooms, often with an ensuite, in the roof space. We carry this out across Dundee City, priced against the HMO rules for Scotland and the council’s own standards.
- Nation
- Scotland
- Pricing region
- Scotland
- Postcode areas
- DD
- Main towns
- Dundee
What do loft conversions for extra rooms in Dundee City involve?
- New stair within the protected route
- Ensuite where space allows
- Structural design and steelwork
- Planning or permitted development check
- Feasibility and head-height check
- Building control sign-off
Which rules apply in Dundee City?
- Scotland has no C4 use class: up to 5 residents can fall within Class 9 (houses), and HMO planning policy is set by each council, some of which require permission at lower numbers.
- A building warrant may be needed for a change of use or for installing a fire alarm system; check with the council’s building standards service.
- Councils set HMO fire standards through licence conditions, often including emergency lighting in larger HMOs.
- Room sizes are set by each council; East Lothian, for example, uses 6.5 m² for a single room with a shared lounge and kitchen, and 10 m² without.
- Landlords must also be on the Scottish landlord register, renewed every 3 years.
How much do loft conversions for extra rooms cost in Dundee City?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dormer loft conversion, about 30 m² | £40,000 – £60,000 | £38,000 – £57,000 | project |
| Rooflight loft conversion, about 30 m² | £22,500 – £30,000 | £21,400 – £28,500 | project |
Typical time on site: 6–10 weeks. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Loft conversions for extra rooms by town in Dundee City
Questions about loft conversions for extra rooms in Dundee City
Does a loft room need a fire escape window?
In an HMO the main protection is usually a protected stair and fire doors. The building regulations and fire strategy decide the detail.
How much head height do I need?
As a rule of thumb, about 2.2 metres at the highest point of the existing roof space before any work. Less can work with a dormer or lowered ceilings.
Do you carry out loft conversions for extra rooms across Dundee City?
Yes, across the whole of Dundee City, including Dundee.
Who licenses HMOs in Dundee City?
Dundee City council licenses HMOs in its area. Every HMO in Scotland needs a licence.
Other HMO services in Dundee City
- Extensions for extra rooms in Dundee City
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Dundee City
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Dundee City
- Ensuite installation in Dundee City
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Dundee City
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Dundee City
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Dundee City
- Communal kitchen refits in Dundee City