- Nation
- England
- Pricing region
- South West
- Postcode areas
- DT, BH, SP, BA
- Main towns
- Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth, Christchurch
What do communal kitchen refits in Dorset involve?
- Extra sink, hob and oven where the numbers need it
- Fridge and freezer space
- Durable worktops and flooring
- Lockable food storage for each sharer
- Kitchen designed to your council’s amenity standards
- Extraction to outside
Which rules apply in Dorset?
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- Smoke alarms on every storey with living accommodation and CO alarms by fixed combustion appliances (other than gas cookers) are required by law.
- Electrical installations must be inspected and tested at least every 5 years; remedial work is due within 28 days, or sooner if the report says so.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
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 do communal kitchen refits cost in Dorset?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,300 – £18,700 | kitchen |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £830 – £2,100 | house |
Typical time on site: 1–2 weeks. For a figure for your house, try the guide-price tool.
Communal kitchen refits by town in Dorset
Questions about communal kitchen refits in Dorset
Can kitchens be split between floors?
Yes, and in larger houses it often helps. A second kitchen can reduce pressure on one room and helps meet the ratios.
Do HMO kitchens need a heat detector?
Kitchens normally have a heat detector rather than a smoke detector, linked to the house alarm. The exact system follows the fire risk assessment.
Do you carry out communal kitchen refits across Dorset?
Yes, across the whole of Dorset, including Bournemouth, Poole, Weymouth.
Who licenses HMOs in Dorset?
HMOs in Dorset are licensed by the local council for the address. Where an area has several councils, each runs its own licensing and planning policies.
Other HMO services in Dorset
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- Full HMO refurbishment in Dorset
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Dorset
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Dorset
- House to HMO conversion in Dorset
- Rewires and EICR remedials in Dorset
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