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. Burton upon Trent is 23 miles south-west of Nottingham. We price commercial and above-shop to HMO there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Staffordshire, England
- Postcodes
- DE13, DE14 and DE15
- Location
- 23 miles south-west of Nottingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What does commercial and above-shop to HMO in Burton upon Trent involve?
- Separate entrance and protected escape route
- Survey of structure, services and access
- Windows and thermal upgrades
- New kitchens, bathrooms and ensuites
- New electrics, heating and ventilation
Which rules apply in Burton upon Trent?
Here is what usually applies to a Burton upon Trent job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- 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.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
How much does commercial and above-shop to HMO cost in Burton upon Trent?
| 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 | £3,500 – £6,500 | letting room |
| Panel alarm system (Grade A type), larger HMO | £1,750 – £4,500 | £1,750 – £4,500 | house |
| Acoustic ceiling or floor upgrade, 12–15 m² | £800 – £2,700 | £800 – £2,700 | room |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,000 – £18,000 | kitchen |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,000 – £10,000 | ensuite |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Burton upon Trent can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
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 Burton upon Trent landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Burton upon Trent:
- Empty upper floors above a shop you own
- A small office building with planning for residential use
Questions about commercial and above-shop to HMO in Burton upon Trent
Is building control needed?
Yes. Changing commercial space to residential use is a material change of use and needs building regulations approval.
How far do you travel from Burton upon Trent?
We cover the whole of Staffordshire and work UK-wide. For Burton upon Trent the nearest towns on our list are Swadlincote (4 miles), Derby (11 miles), Lichfield (12 miles).
Does a shared house in Burton upon Trent 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.
How much does commercial and above-shop to HMO cost in Burton upon Trent?
Our guide ranges for West Midlands 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 Burton upon Trent
- Swadlincote · 4 mi
- Derby · 11 mi
- Lichfield · 12 mi
- Tamworth · 12 mi
- Rugeley · 13 mi
- Coalville · 13 mi
- All of Staffordshire
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