An HMO loft conversion adds one or two letting rooms, often with an ensuite, in the roof space. For a house in Solihull 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
- West Midlands, England
- Postcodes
- B26, B27 and B28
- Location
- 7 miles south-east of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do loft conversions for extra rooms in Solihull involve?
- Planning or permitted development check
- Building control sign-off
- Structural design and steelwork
- New stair within the protected route
- Ensuite where space allows
Which rules apply in Solihull?
Here is what usually applies to a Solihull job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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.
- Fire precautions follow a risk assessment; the LACORS Housing – Fire Safety guide (2008) is guidance, not law, but many councils base their standards on it.
- Licensed HMOs must meet national minimum bedroom sizes: 6.51 m² for one person aged 10 or over, 10.22 m² for two, and 4.64 m² for a child under 10.
How much do loft conversions for extra rooms cost in Solihull?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dormer loft conversion, about 30 m² | £40,000 – £60,000 | £40,000 – £60,000 | project |
| Rooflight loft conversion, about 30 m² | £22,500 – £30,000 | £22,500 – £30,000 | project |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Solihull can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 6–10 weeks. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Solihull landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Solihull:
- Moving to a larger HMO with the right consents
- Adding rooms to make an HMO work financially
Questions about loft conversions for extra rooms in Solihull
Will the loft room count for licensing?
Only the floor area with at least 1.5 metres of headroom counts towards the room size in England.
Which postcodes in Solihull do you work in?
All of them, including B26, B27 and B28, and the surrounding parts of West Midlands.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Solihull?
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 do loft conversions for extra rooms cost in Solihull?
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.
Loft conversions for extra rooms near Solihull
- Shirley · 2 mi
- Acocks Green · 3 mi
- Washwood Heath · 6 mi
- Birmingham · 7 mi
- Aston · 7 mi
- Bartley Green · 9 mi
- All of West Midlands
Other HMO services in Solihull
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- Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Solihull
- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Solihull
- Ensuite installation in Solihull
- Layout changes and room reconfiguration in Solihull
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Solihull
- Bedroom upgrades and room refits in Solihull
- Licence condition and schedule-of-works in Solihull