- Area
- Lancashire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- BB8
- Location
- 18 miles west of Bradford
From Nelson (Lancashire) (2 miles away) to the centre of Colne, we survey, price and carry out HMO works with one point of contact.
What HMO works do we carry out in Colne?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Colne, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Colne
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Colne
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Colne
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Colne
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Colne
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Colne
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Colne
- Student HMO refurbishment in Colne
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Colne
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Colne
- Communal kitchen refits in Colne
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Colne
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Colne
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Colne
- Fire doors in Colne
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Colne
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Colne
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Colne
- Sound insulation in Colne
- EPC and energy upgrades in Colne
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Colne
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Colne
- Extensions for extra rooms in Colne
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Colne
HMO rules for Colne
- Mandatory licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households; councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 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.
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
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 Colne
| 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 | £3,850 – £8,650 | letting room |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,850 – £9,600 | ensuite |
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,750 – £11,500 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £770 – £1,900 | house |
Nearby places we cover
- Nelson (Lancashire) (2 mi)
- Burnley (5 mi)
- Accrington (11 mi)
- Keighley (11 mi)
- Rawtenstall (12 mi)
- Rossendale (13 mi)
Questions
Do you cover all of Colne?
Yes. We work across Colne and the BB8 postcode areas, plus the rest of Lancashire. Nearby places we also cover include Nelson (Lancashire), Burnley, Accrington.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Colne?
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 Colne?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.