A large HMO is a shared house for seven or more people. Landlords in Mansfield (NG17, NG18, NG19 and NG70) 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
- Nottinghamshire, England
- Postcodes
- NG17, NG18, NG19 and NG70
- Location
- 13 miles north of Nottingham
- Pricing region
- East Midlands
What do large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Mansfield involve?
- Emergency lighting where the escape route needs it
- Second kitchen or extra kitchen capacity
- Sound insulation between rooms and floors
- Protected stair and landing with fire doors and fire stopping
- Fire alarm and detection system sized for the building
Which rules apply in Mansfield?
Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Mansfield must satisfy national law for England, the council’s written HMO standards and, where walls, drainage or fire separation change, the building rules. In short:
- Mandatory HMO licence for 5 or more people in 2 or more households (since October 2018); councils can add additional licensing for smaller HMOs.
- Floor area under a ceiling lower than 1.5 m does not count towards the room size, and many councils set larger sizes.
- 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 Mansfield?
| 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 | £3,400 – £6,300 | letting room |
| Panel alarm system (Grade A type), larger HMO | £1,750 – £4,500 | £1,700 – £4,350 | house |
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £1,950 – £5,800 | house |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £3,900 – £9,700 | ensuite |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £7,750 – £17,450 | kitchen |
Prices in Mansfield are shown with our regional adjustment for East Midlands (below the UK average). Your quote is itemised and fixed in writing once the scope and specification are agreed.
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 Mansfield landlords need it?
Typical reasons for this work in Mansfield:
- You have planning in place, or want to apply
- A large house, three or more storeys, or a building with lots of rooms
Questions about large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Mansfield
What fire alarm does a large HMO need?
The fire risk assessment and the council decide; alarm grades come from guidance, not statute. For larger HMOs, council guides and the NI fire service guide commonly point to a Grade A panel system covering escape routes and rooms. We fit to the specification set, and give you the commissioning certificate.
How far do you travel from Mansfield?
We cover the whole of Nottinghamshire and work UK-wide. For Mansfield the nearest towns on our list are Sutton in Ashfield (3 miles), Kirkby in Ashfield (3 miles), Hucknall (7 miles).
Does a shared house in Mansfield 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 Mansfield?
Our guide ranges for East 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.
Large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) near Mansfield
- Sutton in Ashfield · 3 mi
- Kirkby in Ashfield · 3 mi
- Hucknall · 7 mi
- Alfreton · 8 mi
- Arnold · 10 mi
- Heanor · 10 mi
- All of Nottinghamshire
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