An HMO kitchen refit designs and installs a shared kitchen with enough sinks, cookers, worktop, storage and fridge space for everyone in the house. For a house in Tottenham 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 London, England
- Postcodes
- N17
- Location
- 7 miles north of London
- Council
- London Borough of Haringey
- Pricing region
- London
What do communal kitchen refits in Tottenham involve?
- Kitchen designed to your council’s amenity standards
- Heat detector and fire blanket
- Extra sink, hob and oven where the numbers need it
- Fridge and freezer space
- Lockable food storage for each sharer
Which rules apply in Tottenham?
Communal kitchen refits in Tottenham 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:
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- 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.
- The Fire Safety Order 2005 applies to the common parts of HMOs, enforced by the fire and rescue authority.
London Borough of Haringey: local HMO schemes
| Article 4 (HMO) | In force in part of the council area Article 4 Direction (C3 to C4) in force since 2013 for the area set out on the council's map. |
|---|---|
| Additional licensing | In force across the council area Borough-wide additional licensing (all 21 wards) 17 Jun 2024-16 Jun 2029, approved 12 Mar 2024. |
| Selective licensing | In force in part of the council area Selective licensing in 14 eastern wards (incl. Tottenham, Northumberland Park, Seven Sisters, Noel Park) 17 Nov 2022-16 Nov 2027. |
Schemes change. Check the council’s current pages for the exact address in Tottenham before you buy or start work. Source: London Borough of Haringey HMO licensing page, checked 2026-10-31.
How much do communal kitchen refits cost in Tottenham?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £10,250 – £23,050 | kitchen |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £1,000 – £2,550 | house |
These are typical ranges including VAT, adjusted for London, where costs run above the UK average. The fixed price for a house in Tottenham follows a site visit.
How long does it take?
Allow 1–2 weeks on site for a typical job. Drawings, approvals and long-lead items such as kitchens or fire door sets are booked before we start.
When do Tottenham landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- Tired kitchens that are putting tenants off
- A licence condition about kitchen facilities
Questions about communal kitchen refits in Tottenham
How long does a kitchen refit take?
Usually one to two weeks, longer if walls move or the kitchen relocates.
Do you cover all of Tottenham?
Yes. We work across Tottenham and the N17 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include Edmonton, Wood Green, Walthamstow.
Which council covers HMOs in Tottenham?
Tottenham is covered by London Borough of Haringey. We read the council’s written HMO standards before pricing, and you should check the licence position for the exact address.
How much do communal kitchen refits cost in Tottenham?
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.
Communal kitchen refits near Tottenham
- Edmonton · 2 mi
- Wood Green · 2 mi
- Walthamstow · 2 mi
- Stamford Hill · 2 mi
- Muswell Hill · 3 mi
- Enfield Town · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
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