- Area
- Greater London
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- NW1, NW3 and NW5
- Location
- 3 miles north-west of London
From Camden Town (0 miles away) to the centre of Chalk Farm, we survey, price and carry out HMO works with one point of contact.
What HMO works do we carry out in Chalk Farm?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Chalk Farm, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Chalk Farm
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Chalk Farm
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Chalk Farm
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Chalk Farm
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Chalk Farm
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Chalk Farm
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Chalk Farm
- Student HMO refurbishment in Chalk Farm
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Chalk Farm
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Chalk Farm
- Communal kitchen refits in Chalk Farm
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Chalk Farm
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Chalk Farm
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Chalk Farm
- Fire doors in Chalk Farm
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Chalk Farm
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Chalk Farm
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Chalk Farm
- Sound insulation in Chalk Farm
- EPC and energy upgrades in Chalk Farm
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Chalk Farm
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Chalk Farm
- Extensions for extra rooms in Chalk Farm
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Chalk Farm
HMO rules for Chalk Farm
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- Planning: 3–6 sharers is use class C4, usually permitted development from a family house unless an Article 4 direction applies; 7 or more normally needs permission.
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
Guide prices in Chalk Farm
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full refurbishment per letting room, with a share of communal areas (excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £4,000 – £9,000 | £5,100 – £11,500 | letting room |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £5,100 – £12,800 | ensuite |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £7,700 – £15,350 | house |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £7,050 – £11,500 | bathroom |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Do you cover all of Chalk Farm?
Yes. We work across Chalk Farm and the NW1, NW3 and NW5 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include Camden Town, Holloway, Archway.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Chalk Farm?
With the local council for the address. Councils in England can add additional licensing and Article 4 directions on top of the national rules. Check the council’s website for the exact address before you buy or start work.
What HMO services do you offer in Chalk Farm?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.