A large HMO is a shared house for seven or more people. Feltham is 13 miles west of London. We price large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) there against England’s HMO rules and the council’s written HMO standards, so work is planned to the standard an inspection looks for.
- Area
- Greater London, England
- Postcodes
- TW13 and TW14
- Location
- 13 miles west of London
- Pricing region
- London
What do large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Feltham involve?
- Planning and building control drawings, coordinated with your designer
- Emergency lighting where the escape route needs it
- Second kitchen or extra kitchen capacity
- Feasibility review and measured survey
- Sound insulation between rooms and floors
Which rules apply in Feltham?
Here is what usually applies to a Feltham job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- 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 Feltham?
| 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 | £4,500 – £8,300 | letting room |
| Panel alarm system (Grade A type), larger HMO | £1,750 – £4,500 | £2,250 – £5,750 | house |
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £2,550 – £7,700 | house |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £5,100 – £12,800 | ensuite |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £10,250 – £23,050 | kitchen |
Prices in Feltham are shown with our regional adjustment for London (above the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 10–20 weeks. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Feltham landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- A large house, three or more storeys, or a building with lots of rooms
- An existing large HMO needs works before a licence renewal
Questions about large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Feltham
Does a seven-bed HMO need planning permission?
In England, normally yes: seven or more unrelated sharers is a sui generis use outside class C4. Wales and Northern Ireland require permission for new HMOs anyway, and in Scotland more than five residents falls outside the houses class. Councils also apply concentration policies, so we check the address first.
Do you cover all of Feltham?
Yes. We work across Feltham and the TW13 and TW14 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater London. Nearby places we also cover include Hanworth, Ashford (Surrey), Hounslow.
Does a shared house in Feltham need an HMO licence?
In England, a mandatory licence is needed for 5 or more people from 2 or more households. Smaller HMOs can need a licence where the council runs additional licensing, which is common in towns with many shared houses. Check the council’s website for the address.
How much do large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) cost in Feltham?
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.
Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) near Feltham
- Hanworth · 2 mi
- Ashford (Surrey) · 2 mi
- Hounslow · 3 mi
- Sunbury-on-Thames · 3 mi
- Hampton · 3 mi
- Heston · 3 mi
- All of Greater London
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