Covering Hampshire
We cover Hampshire, including Southampton, Portsmouth, Basingstoke and Gosport, and the towns around them.
Homes in the South East
Housing across the South East mixes inter-war semis, post-war estates and older cottages in villages and market towns, so rear and side extensions, hip-to-gable lofts and garage conversions all come up regularly.
What is included in a hip-to-gable loft conversion in Hampshire?
A hip-to-gable loft conversion rebuilds the sloping side (the hip) of a semi-detached or detached house roof as a vertical gable wall, extending the ridge and creating enough space for a staircase and rooms. It is usually combined with a rear dormer.
- Volume calculation and planning check
- Gable wall build in brick, block or render
- Extended ridge and roof structure
How much does a hip-to-gable loft conversion cost in Hampshire?
Typical ranges for hip-to-gable loft conversions. Ground conditions, access and specification move the final figure, which we fix in writing before work starts.
| Hip-to-gable loft conversions | Guide price incl. VAT |
|---|---|
| Hip-to-gable with rear dormer | £60,000 to £80,000 |
| Double hip-to-gable (detached house) | £70,000 to £95,000 |
How is a hip-to-gable loft conversion approved in Hampshire?
English projects need planning clearance from the local council, building regulations sign-off from building control, and party wall notices where the work is on or near a shared boundary. We prepare and manage all three.
In England many loft conversions are permitted development: the extra roof volume must stay within 40 m³ on a terraced house or 50 m³ on a semi or detached house, nothing can sit higher than the existing ridge, no dormer can face a road on the main elevation, and side windows must be obscure-glazed and non-opening below 1.7 m. Houses in conservation areas, National Parks and National Landscapes cannot use these roof-extension rights, so dormers there need planning permission (a rooflight-only conversion can still be permitted development), and flats always need permission.
What should Hampshire homeowners check first?
- Matching old clay tiles can be difficult; reclaimed tiles are often used.
- Scaffolding goes up on the side of the house, which may need a neighbour’s agreement.
How does the project run?
- Start with a conversation. A short call or the online form is enough for us to understand what you want to build.
- Survey at your house. We look at the existing structure, services and access, and agree what the design needs to achieve.
- Drawings, approvals, written quote. We prepare the design, apply for the approvals it needs, and give you a fixed price in writing.
- Build and hand over. Our teams build to the programme, building control inspects, and you get the completion paperwork at the end.
Questions about a hip-to-gable loft conversion in Hampshire
Does a hip-to-gable need planning permission?
In England it is often permitted development if the total extra volume stays within 50 m³ for a semi or detached house.
Can a bungalow have a hip-to-gable conversion?
Yes, often combined with dormers to create a chalet-style first floor.
Can you visit a house in Hampshire to quote?
Yes. After a short call we arrange a site visit to measure up and agree what the design needs to do, then send a written price.
Hip-to-gable loft conversions near Hampshire
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Southampton
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Portsmouth
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Basingstoke
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Gosport
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Waterlooville
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Farnborough
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Eastleigh
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Winchester
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Havant
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Andover
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Fareham
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Fleet
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in Totton
- Hip-to-gable loft conversions in New Milton
Learn more about hip-to-gable loft conversions, or see every project we cover in Hampshire.