Building projects we take on on the Isle of Wight
House extensions
- Single-storey extensions on the Isle of Wight
- Double-storey extensions on the Isle of Wight
- Side extensions on the Isle of Wight
- Side return extensions on the Isle of Wight
- Wraparound extensions on the Isle of Wight
- Kitchen extensions on the Isle of Wight
- Orangeries on the Isle of Wight
- Glazed and contemporary extensions on the Isle of Wight
- Porches on the Isle of Wight
Loft conversions
- Dormer loft conversions on the Isle of Wight
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions on the Isle of Wight
- Mansard loft conversions on the Isle of Wight
- Rooflight loft conversions on the Isle of Wight
- Bungalow loft conversions on the Isle of Wight
Garage, basement and barn conversions
- Garage conversions on the Isle of Wight
- Basement conversions on the Isle of Wight
- Barn conversions on the Isle of Wight
- Garden annexes on the Isle of Wight
New build homes
Renovations and structural work
- House renovations on the Isle of Wight
- Structural alterations and knock-throughs on the Isle of Wight
Design and approvals
Guide prices on the Isle of Wight
| Project | Guide range (inc VAT) |
|---|---|
| Single-storey extensions | £2,200–£3,250 per m² of floor area |
| Double-storey extensions | £1,850–£2,800 per m² of floor area (both floors) |
| Dormer loft conversions | £54,000–£76,000 for a typical rear dormer with en-suite |
| Garage conversions | £20,000–£33,500 for a single integral garage |
| House renovations | £1,000–£2,000 per m² for a medium to full renovation |
| New build homes | £2,250–£3,600 per m² of floor area (build cost) |
Prices across the South East are typically 12% above the UK average for this kind of work, which is reflected in the range for the Isle of Wight.
Planning and building control on the Isle of Wight
In England a single-storey rear extension is often permitted development: broadly up to 3 metres deep on a semi-detached or terraced house and 4 metres on a detached house, no higher than 4 metres, with eaves no higher than 3 metres within 2 metres of a boundary, and covering no more than half the garden. The larger home extension scheme allows up to 6 or 8 metres if you notify the council first and neighbours have a chance to comment. In conservation areas, National Parks and National Landscapes the larger home extension route, side extensions and cladding are not permitted development. Flats and houses whose rights have been removed need a planning application, and listed buildings need listed building consent.
In England a rear dormer is often permitted development if the extra roof volume is no more than 40 cubic metres on a terraced house or 50 on other houses, it does not face the road, sits no higher than the ridge and is set back from the eaves, with matching materials and obscure-glazed side windows. Balconies, front dormers and work in conservation areas need planning permission.
Building regulations approval comes from the council’s building control service or a registered building control approver. The work is inspected at key stages, such as foundations, drainage and insulation, and a completion certificate is issued at the end.
Building on the Isle of Wight
The South East has a broad mix of housing, from Victorian terraces in the towns to post-war semis and newer estates, so extension types vary street by street.
Questions about building on the Isle of Wight
Do you cover all of the Isle of Wight?
Yes. We take on projects across the Isle of Wight, including Newport, Ryde, Cowes and Sandown. Island and remote locations are taken on by arrangement, with travel costs shown in the quote.
How much does an extension cost in the Isle of Wight?
A single-storey extension in the Isle of Wight typically costs £2,200–£3,250 per m² of floor area, including VAT.
Do I need planning permission in the Isle of Wight?
In England a single-storey rear extension is often permitted development: broadly up to 3 metres deep on a semi-detached or terraced house and 4 metres on a detached house, no higher than 4 metres, with eaves no higher than 3 metres within 2 metres of a boundary, and covering no more than half the garden. The larger home extension scheme allows up to 6 or 8 metres if you notify the council first and neighbours have a chance to comment. In conservation areas, National Parks and National Landscapes the larger home extension route, side extensions and cladding are not permitted development. Flats and houses whose rights have been removed need a planning application, and listed buildings need listed building consent.
Who approves building work in the Isle of Wight?
Building regulations approval comes from the council’s building control service or a registered building control approver. The work is inspected at key stages, such as foundations, drainage and insulation, and a completion certificate is issued at the end.