A large HMO is a shared house for seven or more people. Landlords in Bordon (GU35) 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
- Hampshire, England
- Postcodes
- GU35
- Location
- 24 miles south of Reading
- Pricing region
- South East
What do large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Bordon involve?
- Fire alarm and detection system sized for the building
- Protected stair and landing with fire doors and fire stopping
- Ensuites or extra bathrooms
- Second kitchen or extra kitchen capacity
- Feasibility review and measured survey
Which rules apply in Bordon?
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 Bordon before we price.
- Licences last up to 5 years and carry conditions on gas and electrical safety, alarms, room sizes and waste.
- 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 Bordon?
| 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 | £3,900 – £7,300 | letting room |
| Panel alarm system (Grade A type), larger HMO | £1,750 – £4,500 | £1,950 – £5,050 | house |
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £2,250 – £6,700 | house |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,500 – £11,200 | ensuite |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,950 – £20,150 | kitchen |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Bordon can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Most jobs of this kind take 10–20 weeks. If a council deadline applies in Bordon, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Bordon landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- An existing large HMO needs works before a licence renewal
- You have planning in place, or want to apply
Questions about large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Bordon
Can you work with my architect?
Yes. We often build from an architect’s drawings, or we can recommend a designer to prepare them.
Which postcodes in Bordon do you work in?
All of them, including GU35, and the surrounding parts of Hampshire.
Does a shared house in Bordon 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 Bordon?
Our guide ranges for South East 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 Bordon
- Farnham · 7 mi
- Aldershot · 10 mi
- Fleet · 12 mi
- Godalming · 12 mi
- Farnborough · 13 mi
- Basingstoke · 14 mi
- All of Hampshire
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