- Area
- West Sussex
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- PO19 and PO20
- Location
- 28 miles east of Southampton
- Tenants
- Students and working sharers
Shared houses in Chichester range from small three-sharer lets to larger houses over several floors. Whatever the size, we start with a measured survey and the council’s written standards.
What HMO works do we carry out in Chichester?
Conversions, refurbishments, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety and council licence works across Chichester and PO19 and PO20.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Chichester
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Chichester
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Chichester
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Chichester
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Chichester
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Chichester
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Chichester
- Student HMO refurbishment in Chichester
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Chichester
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Chichester
- Communal kitchen refits in Chichester
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Chichester
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Chichester
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Chichester
- Fire doors in Chichester
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Chichester
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Chichester
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Chichester
- Sound insulation in Chichester
- EPC and energy upgrades in Chichester
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Chichester
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Chichester
- Extensions for extra rooms in Chichester
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Chichester
HMO rules for Chichester
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
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 Chichester
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £340 – £670 | door |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,950 – £20,150 | kitchen |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £6,150 – £10,100 | bathroom |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £900 – £2,250 | house |
Nearby places we cover
- Bognor Regis (6 mi)
- Havant (9 mi)
- Littlehampton (11 mi)
- Waterlooville (11 mi)
- Portsmouth (14 mi)
- Gosport (16 mi)
Questions
Do you cover all of Chichester?
Yes. We work across Chichester and the PO19 and PO20 postcode areas, plus the rest of West Sussex. Nearby places we also cover include Bognor Regis, Havant, Littlehampton.
Does a shared house in Chichester need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
What HMO services do you offer in Chichester?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.