A large HMO is a shared house for seven or more people. Landlords in Heavitree (EX2 and EX4) usually come to us with a council letter, a fire risk assessment or a house they have just bought. We price from whichever you have.
- Area
- Devon, England
- Postcodes
- EX2 and EX4
- Location
- 1 miles east of Exeter
- Pricing region
- South West
What do large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Heavitree involve?
- Feasibility review and measured survey
- Sound insulation between rooms and floors
- Ensuites or extra bathrooms
- Planning and building control drawings, coordinated with your designer
- Protected stair and landing with fire doors and fire stopping
Which rules apply in Heavitree?
The rules below are the England-wide position for this kind of work. Councils add their own standards and schemes on top, so we always check the address in Heavitree before we price.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- Floor area under a ceiling lower than 1.5 m does not count towards the room size, and many councils set larger sizes.
- National rules ask for an adequate number of bathrooms, WCs and basins and suitably located kitchens; numeric ratios are set by each council.
- 7 or more sharers is a sui generis large HMO and normally needs planning permission.
How much do large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) cost in Heavitree?
| 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 | £3,650 – £6,750 | letting room |
| Panel alarm system (Grade A type), larger HMO | £1,750 – £4,500 | £1,800 – £4,700 | house |
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £2,100 – £6,250 | house |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,150 – £10,400 | ensuite |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,300 – £18,700 | kitchen |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Heavitree can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Allow 10–20 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 Heavitree landlords need it?
Landlords in Heavitree most often ask us for this when:
- You have planning in place, or want to apply
- An existing large HMO needs works before a licence renewal
Questions about large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Heavitree
Can you work with my architect?
Yes. We often build from an architect’s drawings, or we can recommend a designer to prepare them.
Do you cover all of Heavitree?
Yes. We work across Heavitree and the EX2 and EX4 postcode areas, plus the rest of Devon. Nearby places we also cover include Exeter, Exmouth, Tiverton.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Heavitree?
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 large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) cost in Heavitree?
Our guide ranges for South West 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.
Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) near Heavitree
- Exeter · 1 mi
- Exmouth · 8 mi
- Tiverton · 13 mi
- Newton Abbot · 14 mi
- Torquay · 18 mi
- Paignton · 20 mi
- All of Devon
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