HMO fire safety upgrades bring a shared house up to the fire standard its size and layout need. In Peckham, a town of around 70,000 people in Greater London, the work is planned around the HMO rules for England and the council’s written HMO standards.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- SE5 and SE15
- Location
- 3 miles south-east of London
- Council
- London Borough of Southwark
- Pricing region
- London
What do HMO fire safety upgrades in Peckham involve?
- Interlinked smoke and heat detection
- Fire stopping of service holes
- Commissioning certificates and a handover pack
- Fire-resisting linings to the escape route
- Fire doors with closers and seals
Which rules apply in Peckham?
HMO fire safety upgrades in Peckham 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:
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- 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.
London Borough of Southwark: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 directions apply to specific streets and sites (from 2014); no borough-wide small-HMO direction found. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area Borough-wide additional licensing effective 1 Mar 2022 (to 28 Feb 2027). |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Faraday, Goose Green, St Giles, Champion Hill, Newington from 1 Mar 2022 (to 28 Feb 2027); 14 further wards 1 Nov 2023-31 Oct 2028. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Peckham before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Southwark HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do HMO fire safety upgrades cost in Peckham?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £1,000 – £2,550 | house |
| Panel alarm system (Grade A type), larger HMO | £1,750 – £4,500 | £2,250 – £5,750 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £380 – £770 | door |
| New FD30S fire doorset with frame, fitted | £600 – £1,300 | £770 – £1,650 | door |
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £2,550 – £7,700 | house |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Peckham can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 3–10 working days. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Peckham landlords need it?
Landlords in Peckham most often ask us for this when:
- A council inspection or licence condition
- Converting a house to an HMO
Questions about HMO fire safety upgrades in Peckham
What fire safety does an HMO legally need?
The law asks for the house to be reasonably safe, with suitable fire precautions for its size and layout. The detail usually comes from a fire risk assessment and council guidance, so the right answer for a three-storey seven-bed house is very different from a two-storey three-bed one.
Do you cover all of Peckham?
Yes. We work across Peckham and the SE5 and SE15 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include Brixton, Greenwich, Catford.
Which council covers HMOs in Peckham?
Peckham is covered by London Borough of Southwark. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do HMO fire safety upgrades cost in Peckham?
Our guide ranges for London 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.
HMO fire safety upgrades near Peckham
- Brixton · 2 mi
- Greenwich · 3 mi
- Catford · 3 mi
- Canary Wharf · 3 mi
- Pimlico · 3 mi
- City of Westminster · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
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