- Area
- West Yorkshire
- Nation
- England
- Postcodes
- LS1, LS2, LS3 and LS4
- Location
- 29 miles north of Sheffield
- Council
- Leeds City Council
- Tenants
- Students and working sharers
Shared houses in Leeds 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 Leeds?
Everything from a single fire door to a full conversion. Choose a service for what it involves in Leeds, the rules that apply and local guide prices.
HMO conversions
- House to HMO conversion in Leeds
- Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Leeds
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Leeds
- Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Leeds
HMO refurbishment
- Full HMO refurbishment in Leeds
- Void and between-tenancy refurbs in Leeds
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Leeds
- Student HMO refurbishment in Leeds
- Professional and co-living HMO refurbs in Leeds
Kitchens and bathrooms
- Ensuite installation in Leeds
- Communal kitchen refits in Leeds
- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Leeds
Fire safety works
- HMO fire safety upgrades in Leeds
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Leeds
- Fire doors in Leeds
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Leeds
Licence and compliance works
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Leeds
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Leeds
- Sound insulation in Leeds
- EPC and energy upgrades in Leeds
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Leeds
Extra rooms and layouts
- Loft conversions for extra rooms in Leeds
- Extensions for extra rooms in Leeds
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Leeds
HMO rules for Leeds
- Electrical inspection at least every 5 years, with remedial work within 28 days.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (not gas cookers).
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS guide is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
Leeds City Council: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) covers parts of 14 neighbourhoods incl. Headingley, Hyde Park & Woodhouse, Kirkstall, Armley, Chapel Allerton, Moortown and Roundhay & Weetwood; in force since 2012. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | No scheme found |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area East, South & West Leeds designation (parts of Armley, Beeston & Holbeck, Burmantofts & Richmond Hill, Gipton & Harehills, Hunslet & Riverside, Farnley & Wortley; c.12,500 homes) in force 9 Feb 2026 to 8 Feb 2031. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Leeds before you buy or start work. Source: Leeds City Council HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
Guide prices in Leeds
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full rewire, 4–5 bedroom house | £6,000 – £12,000 | £5,700 – £11,400 | house |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £760 – £1,900 | house |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,200 – £8,550 | bathroom |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,600 – £17,100 | kitchen |
Nearby places we cover
Questions
Which postcodes in Leeds do you work in?
All of them, including LS1, LS2, LS3 and LS4, and the surrounding parts of West Yorkshire.
Which council covers HMOs in Leeds?
Leeds is covered by Leeds City Council. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
What HMO services do you offer in Leeds?
All of them: conversions, refurbishments, ensuites, kitchens and bathrooms, fire safety, licence works, electrics, sound and energy upgrades, lofts and extensions.