Main Contractor in Sussex and Brighton: Conversions, New Builds and Refurbishments
Brighton and Hove’s mix of regency terraces, Victorian villas and seaside blocks makes it one of the most interesting places in the South East to develop property. Add the commuter lines to London, two universities and a thriving tech scene, and you have strong demand for flats, HMOs and family homes.
It is also a place where details matter. Here is what to expect from a main contractor in Sussex.
Heritage, South Downs and local policy
Brighton and Hove has many conservation areas and listed buildings, particularly along the seafront and in Kemp Town. Large parts of East and West Sussex fall within the South Downs National Park, which is its own planning authority with its own policies. Some Brighton wards apply Article 4 controls on HMO conversions, so planning checks should come first.
Building by the sea
Coastal exposure affects choice of materials. Salt-laden air accelerates corrosion on poorly specified metalwork, and driving rain tests window installation, flashings and brickwork. A contractor with experience of coastal projects will specify stainless fixings, suitable coatings and well-detailed junctions, and will test them on site.
Steep sites and tight access in parts of Brighton also affect crane use, deliveries and skip placement, so logistics planning is part of the price.
Typical Sussex projects
Converting large Victorian houses into flats; see our house-to-flats guide
HMO refurbishments in suitable locations
New build infill schemes on former garages or commercial sites
Refurbishing seafront apartments and period homes
Cost control for developers
For flat conversions and small new builds, a fixed price contract gives lenders and investors certainty. The decision between converting and building new is covered in flat conversion vs new build, and the comparison holds true in Sussex.
Working with Berati in Sussex
We provide a single point of responsibility for design, build and handover, with the programme and cost reporting you would expect from an accredited main contractor.
Frequently asked questions
Do you work in Brighton and Hove?
Yes. We take on flat conversions, new builds and refurbishments across Sussex.
Does salt air affect building materials?
Yes. Coastal sites need corrosion-resistant fixings, good protective coatings and well-detailed weatherproofing.
Can you build within the South Downs National Park?
Yes, provided you have the relevant planning permission. The National Park authority has its own policies, so planning advice is essential.
Do you manage HMO conversions?
Yes. We build HMOs to current fire safety and licensing standards where planning allows.
Talk to Berati Construction
Planning a project in Brighton or elsewhere in Sussex? Berati Construction Ltd has more than 30 years' experience delivering new builds, conversions and refurbishments as a single-point main contractor. Call us on 020 3488 6466 or visit beraticonstruction.co.uk to discuss your project. Our office is at 12 Cecil Road, London NW10 8UJ.
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