A commercial to HMO conversion turns space that was never a home, such as upper floors over shops or small office buildings, into shared accommodation. For a house in Oldham we start with a measured survey, check the council’s written HMO standards for the number of sharers, and then price each item separately.
- Area
- Greater Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- OL1, OL2, OL8 and OL9
- Location
- 6 miles north-east of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What does commercial and above-shop to HMO in Oldham involve?
- Survey of structure, services and access
- Sound insulation to floors and party walls
- Separate entrance and protected escape route
- Coordination with planning and building control
- New kitchens, bathrooms and ensuites
Which rules apply in Oldham?
Commercial and above-shop to HMO in Oldham must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- 7 or more sharers is a sui generis large HMO and normally needs planning permission.
- A conversion can be a material change of use under the building regulations, so confirm with building control before work starts.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
How much does commercial and above-shop to HMO cost in Oldham?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £3,350 – £6,250 | letting room |
| Panel alarm system (Grade A type), larger HMO | £1,750 – £4,500 | £1,700 – £4,300 | house |
| Acoustic ceiling or floor upgrade, 12–15 m² | £800 – £2,700 | £770 – £2,600 | room |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,700 – £17,300 | kitchen |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,850 – £9,600 | ensuite |
Prices in Oldham are shown with our regional adjustment for North West (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 12–24 weeks. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Oldham landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Empty upper floors above a shop you own
- A mixed-use building where the upper floors need bringing into use
Questions about commercial and above-shop to HMO in Oldham
Do you work on listed or conservation area buildings?
Yes, with the right consents in place. Older high street buildings often need extra care with windows, fire upgrades and sound insulation.
Which postcodes in Oldham do you work in?
All of them, including OL1, OL2, OL8 and OL9, and the surrounding parts of Greater Manchester.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Oldham?
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.
How much does commercial and above-shop to HMO cost in Oldham?
Our guide ranges for North West are in the table on this page, and the guide-price tool gives a figure for your house. A fixed written quote follows a free site visit.
Commercial and above-shop to HMO near Oldham
- Chadderton · 1 mi
- Royton · 2 mi
- Failsworth · 3 mi
- Middleton · 3 mi
- Ashton-under-Lyne · 4 mi
- Droylsden · 4 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
Other HMO services in Oldham
- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Oldham
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Oldham
- Sound insulation in Oldham
- EPC and energy upgrades in Oldham
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Oldham
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Oldham
- Damp, mould and HHSRS repairs in Oldham
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Oldham