East Sussex · BN1, BN2, BN3
Roof Windows in Brighton and Hove
Roof window installation is the supply and fitting of a pitched-roof window — commonly known by the Velux brand name regardless of manufacturer — into an existing or new roof structure, including trimming the rafters, fitting the flashing kit, and making the surrounding roof covering weathertight.
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 roof windows
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 roof windows process
- 01
Survey
Confirming the proposed window position, size and whether the rafter spacing needs trimming or reinforcing.
- 02
Structural opening
Cutting and trimming the roof structure to form the opening, with additional support where needed.
- 03
Installation
Fitting the window unit and the manufacturer's flashing kit, matched to the existing roof covering.
- 04
Completion
Checking the installation is weathertight and, internally, plastering back around the reveal.
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FAQs
Roof Windows in Brighton and Hove: FAQs
Do you provide roof windows across all of Brighton and Hove?
Yes, we cover the BN1, BN2 and BN3 postcode areas in full, including Kemp Town, Hove, Preston Park, Hanover, Seven Dials, Fiveways, Patcham, Portslade.
Is "Velux" the only brand of roof window you fit?
Velux is the best-known brand and the term people commonly use for any pitched roof window, but we fit from a range of manufacturers depending on your budget and specification. We advise on the right product at survey.
Do roof windows need planning permission?
Most roof windows fall under permitted development, provided they don't project significantly beyond the roof plane and meet other standard criteria, but conservation areas and listed buildings can have additional restrictions. We confirm the position for your specific property before ordering.
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.
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Last reviewed 2026-07-28.