Transforming a Bridgwater Town Centre Property into a Quality 4-Bed HMO

Fran Stockwell
Oct 10
2 min read

We are delighted to share the exciting news that Tekkwise Ltd has successfully gained planning permission for a new 4-bedroom House of Multiple Occupation (HMO) in the heart of Bridgwater town centre.

This project presented a fantastic opportunity to breathe new life into an existing commercial property with unused first-floor space, maximising its potential and contributing to much-needed high-quality accommodation in a prime location.

✅ Making the Most of Undervalued Space

The first floor of this commercial building was underutilised, but we saw the potential to turn it into a modern, comfortable living environment. Our design carefully balanced practicality, building regulations, and the expectations of future tenants to create an attractive and functional layout.

🏠 What We Designed

Our layout includes:

4 good-sized bedrooms to accommodate residents comfortably
3 bathrooms, including one ensuite, to reduce shared facilities and improve convenience
A large open-plan living, dining separate kitchen area, perfect for socialising and day-to-day living
An outdoor terrace, providing valuable private external space rarely seen in HMOs
A separate entrance directly onto the new Celebration Mile – enhancing accessibility and independence from the ground floor commercial area
Parking to the rear, supporting ease of access and tenant appeal

📍 Prime Town Centre Location

Being situated right in the town centre brings significant benefits:

Close to shops, services and transport links
Ideal for professionals, HPC and Gravity workers, students, and key workers
Located along the emerging Bridgwater Celebration Mile, a major regeneration route that will boost footfall and local vibrancy

🤝 Collaboration and Compliance

As with all our projects, we worked proactively with the local planning authority to ensure:

All HMO standards and fire safety regulations were met
Access, privacy and amenity were carefully considered
The proposal contributed positively to the town centre environment

The result? Approval granted with no delays.

🎯 Keeping Our 100% Planning Success Rate

This project adds to our proud achievement of maintaining a 100% success rate in planning approvals.

We believe this success comes down to:

Clear design thinking
A deep understanding of planning policy
Strong communication with planners
A commitment to delivering solutions that work for both clients and communities

💬 Have a Space You’d Like to Reimagine?

Whether it’s converting unused floors above shops, designing HMOs, or reconfiguring existing buildings, we specialise in unlocking the potential of difficult or overlooked spaces.

Get in touch with us to explore how we can help transform your property into a profitable and well-designed asset.

Tekkwise Ltd – Turning Vision into Planning Approval.

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