What is a small housing development?
A small housing development is a scheme of a few new homes, typically two to nine, on a single site. We work with landowners, small developers and investors to build schemes that already have planning permission, or help take a site through planning first.
How much does a small housing development cost in Colwyn Bay?
In Colwyn Bay, a small housing development typically costs £1,650–£2,500 per m² of floor area (build cost), including VAT at 0% (zero-rated for qualifying new dwellings). For a typical 400 m² project that is roughly £660,000–£1,000,000. Prices across Wales are typically 8% below the UK average for this kind of work, which is reflected in the range for Colwyn Bay. Design, structural calculations and council fees are extra.
| Size or type | Guide range |
|---|---|
| Smaller project (280 m²) | £462,000–£700,000 |
| Typical project (400 m²) | £660,000–£1,000,000 |
| Larger project (560 m²) | £924,000–£1,400,000 |
| Rate per m² | £1,650–£2,500 |
What moves the price most:
- Roads, sewers and adoption agreements
- Number and size of homes
- Specification
- Site access and phasing
Your exact price depends on the survey and drawings. The guide price tool gives a quick range in the meantime.
Do you need planning permission for a small housing development in Colwyn Bay?
Approvals for a small housing development in Colwyn Bay follow the rules for Wales. In Wales small schemes need full planning permission and, for most new buildings, sustainable drainage approval from the SuDS approval body. New homes must have sprinklers.
Building regulations in Wales are set by the Welsh Government. Approval comes from the council’s building control service or a registered building control approver, with inspections during the work and a completion certificate at the end.
At the survey we check your house’s planning history and any restrictions, and tell you which route applies.
What we handle
On a typical small housing development we handle:
- Handover packs for each home
- External works and landscaping
- Utility connections
- Pre-construction cost plan
- Groundworks, roads and drainage
- Design development and discharge of conditions
How long does it take?
Allow 12 to 24 months depending on scheme size. Before that, surveys, drawings and approvals usually take 6 to 12 months, longer if the council asks for changes.
Building in Colwyn Bay
Terraced houses in Welsh towns often have narrow plots, which suits rear and side return extensions and rear dormers.
From LL29 outwards, we take on projects throughout Colwyn Bay and the surrounding parts of Clwyd.
How it works
- 01
Survey and brief
We visit, discuss your ideas and budget, and survey the property or site at no cost.
- 02
Drawings and written quote
We prepare the design and give you a written, itemised quote with inclusions and exclusions.
- 03
Permissions sorted
Applications, building control and neighbour arrangements, all before the start date.
- 04
Construction and completion
We build, put right any snags and hand over the building control certificate.
Questions about small housing developments in Colwyn Bay
How much does a small housing development cost in Colwyn Bay?
In Colwyn Bay, a small housing development typically costs £1,650–£2,500 per m² of floor area (build cost), including VAT at 0% (zero-rated for qualifying new dwellings). A typical 400 m² project comes to roughly £660,000–£1,000,000. Your fixed price depends on the survey and drawings.
Who handles road adoption?
We build roads and sewers to adoptable standards where agreements are in place with the highway authority and water company.
How long does a small development take?
Typically 12 to 24 months on site, depending on size and phasing.
Do you build small housing developments in Colwyn Bay?
Yes. We build small housing developments across Colwyn Bay, including postcodes LL29. Every project starts with a free home visit.
Can you help with planning?
Yes. We coordinate the architect or designer and, where needed, a planning consultant.
Do I need planning permission for a small housing development in Colwyn Bay?
In Wales small schemes need full planning permission and, for most new buildings, sustainable drainage approval from the SuDS approval body. New homes must have sprinklers.