A large HMO is a shared house for seven or more people. Landlords in Royton (OL2) 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
- Greater Manchester, England
- Postcodes
- OL2
- Location
- 7 miles north-east of Manchester
- Pricing region
- North West
What do large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Royton involve?
- Feasibility review and measured survey
- Emergency lighting where the escape route needs it
- Ensuites or extra bathrooms
- Protected stair and landing with fire doors and fire stopping
- Sound insulation between rooms and floors
Which rules apply in Royton?
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 Royton before we price.
- Under the Renters’ Rights Act, civil penalties reach £40,000 for offences such as running an unlicensed HMO.
- 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.
- Council standards often step up at 5 and 6 sharers, for example a separate WC at 5 and a second bathroom from 6.
- 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 Royton?
| 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 | £3,350 – £6,250 | letting room |
| Panel alarm system (Grade A type), larger HMO | £1,750 – £4,500 | £1,700 – £4,300 | house |
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £1,900 – £5,750 | house |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,850 – £9,600 | ensuite |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,700 – £17,300 | kitchen |
Prices in Royton are shown with our regional adjustment for North West (below 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 Royton landlords need it?
Landlords in Royton most often ask us for this when:
- A large house, three or more storeys, or a building with lots of rooms
- You have planning in place, or want to apply
Questions about large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Royton
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 Royton?
Yes. We work across Royton and the OL2 postcode areas, plus the rest of Greater Manchester. Nearby places we also cover include Chadderton, Oldham, Middleton.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Royton?
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 Royton?
Our guide ranges for North 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 Royton
- Chadderton · 2 mi
- Oldham · 2 mi
- Middleton · 3 mi
- Rochdale · 4 mi
- Heywood · 4 mi
- Failsworth · 5 mi
- All of Greater Manchester
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