Covering Newtownards
Newtownards is about 18 miles north of Downpatrick. We also cover Comber (4 miles to the south-west), Bangor and Holywood.
Homes in County Down
Northern Ireland has a high proportion of detached houses and bungalows outside the cities, which often suit side extensions, rear extensions and upward extensions.
What is a mansard loft conversion?
Mansards are a bigger structural job than other conversions because the roof is largely rebuilt. They normally need planning permission, and many councils have design guides setting the angle, materials and window style. We prepare the design to those guides and build in slate, lead and timber or approved alternatives.
- Planning and building control applications to the council
- Planning application to local design guidance
- Staircase, insulation and fit-out
How much should I budget for a mansard loft conversion?
Typical ranges for mansard loft conversions. Ground conditions, access and specification move the final figure, which we fix in writing before work starts.
| Mansard loft conversions | Guide price incl. VAT |
|---|---|
| Rear mansard | £65,000 to £85,000 |
| Front and rear (double) mansard | £80,000 to £110,000 |
Planning and building rules in Newtownards
In Northern Ireland the council handles both planning and building control. Permitted development rules are set by the Planning (General Permitted Development) Order (Northern Ireland) 2015, and there is no party wall act, so we agree access and protection with neighbours in writing.
This needs full planning permission from the council in Northern Ireland, plus building control approval.
What can affect a mansard loft conversion?
- The roof is open for longer than with a dormer, so weather protection matters.
- Scaffolding and a temporary roof are usually needed.
What happens after I enquire?
- Start with a conversation. A short call or the online form is enough for us to understand what you want to build.
- We visit and measure. A surveyor checks the house, the boundaries and the ground, and discusses what is realistic.
- Design and fixed price. You get drawings and a written price for the agreed specification before anything is ordered.
- Build and hand over. Our teams build to the programme, building control inspects, and you get the completion paperwork at the end.
What people ask before starting
How much does a mansard loft conversion cost?
Typically £65,000 to £110,000 including VAT, depending on whether one or both roof slopes are rebuilt.
Does a mansard need planning permission?
Almost always, because it changes the roof profile.
Can you visit a house in Newtownards 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.
Mansard loft conversions near Newtownards
- Mansard loft conversions in Comber
- Mansard loft conversions in Bangor
- Mansard loft conversions in Holywood
- Mansard loft conversions in Belfast
Learn more about mansard loft conversions, or see every project we cover in Newtownards.