East Sussex · BN1, BN2, BN3
New Builds in Brighton and Hove
A new-build home is constructed from the ground up on a plot, typically following an architect's approved drawings, and involves groundworks, structure, building envelope, first and second fix trades, and full compliance with current Building Regulations including Part L energy performance requirements.
In Brighton and Hove, that covers Kemp Town, Hove, Preston Park, Hanover, Seven Dials, Fiveways, Patcham, Portslade. Brighton and Hove is known for its Regency architecture, extensive Victorian terraced housing, and later 20th-century development, all within a compact coastal city where many properties are in conservation areas and a significant number are listed.
Coverage
Areas we cover in Brighton and Hove for new builds
Property styles in Brighton and Hove
Regency squares and terraces are concentrated around Brunswick, Kemp Town and the seafront, with dense Victorian terraced housing across much of the wider city, and later suburban housing further from the centre. Basement conversions, loft conversions and rear extensions are common project types on the terraced stock, subject to conservation area and party wall considerations.
Planning considerations
Brighton & Hove City Council is the local planning authority. The city has one of the highest concentrations of conservation areas of any local authority in the South East, and many properties are listed, particularly in the Regency squares. Basement work also requires careful consideration of structural and drainage issues in a dense urban setting.
How it works
Our new builds process
- 01
Plot and design review
Reviewing the approved planning drawings, ground conditions and services availability.
- 02
Pre-construction
Building Regulations submission, structural warranty arrangements, and detailed programme and costing.
- 03
Groundworks and substructure
Site clearance, foundations and drainage.
- 04
Superstructure and envelope
Structure, roof and a weathertight shell.
- 05
First and second fix
Services, insulation, plastering, joinery, and fitted elements such as kitchens and bathrooms.
- 06
Completion
Building Control final certificate, structural warranty sign-off, and handover with all documentation.
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Nearby coverage
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FAQs
New Builds in Brighton and Hove: FAQs
Do you provide new builds across all of Brighton and Hove?
Yes, we cover the BN1 and BN2 and BN3 postcode areas in full, including Kemp Town, Hove, Preston Park, Hanover, Seven Dials, Fiveways, Patcham, Portslade.
Do I need a structural warranty for a new-build home?
Most mortgage lenders require a recognised new-build warranty (such as NHBC or an equivalent provider) for a period of typically ten years. We factor warranty provider inspections into the build programme.
Can you build from our architect's drawings?
Yes. We regularly build from independently prepared, planning-approved drawings, working with your architect and structural engineer through construction.
Can I extend a listed Regency property in Brighton?
Alterations to listed buildings require listed building consent in addition to any planning permission, and the historic character of Regency terraces means proposals are considered carefully. We assess feasibility on a case-by-case basis.
Get a quote for new builds in Brighton and Hove
Tell us about the property and what you have in mind, and we'll arrange a site visit.
Last reviewed 2026-07-19.