A large HMO is a shared house for seven or more people. Landlords in Acocks Green (B25, B26 and B27) 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
- West Midlands, England
- Postcodes
- B25, B26 and B27
- Location
- 4 miles south-east of Birmingham
- Pricing region
- West Midlands
What do large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Acocks Green involve?
- Protected stair and landing with fire doors and fire stopping
- 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
Which rules apply in Acocks Green?
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 Acocks Green 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.
- 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 Acocks Green?
| 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 | £3,500 – £6,500 | letting room |
| Panel alarm system (Grade A type), larger HMO | £1,750 – £4,500 | £1,750 – £4,500 | house |
| Protected route upgrades: fire-resisting linings, fire stopping, lighting (three-storey house, our estimate) | £2,000 – £6,000 | £2,000 – £6,000 | house |
| Ensuite shower room added to a bedroom | £4,000 – £10,000 | £4,000 – £10,000 | ensuite |
| Communal HMO kitchen with extra cooking and sink capacity (our estimate from domestic ranges) | £8,000 – £18,000 | £8,000 – £18,000 | kitchen |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Acocks Green 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 Acocks Green, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Acocks Green landlords need it?
We usually get the call 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 Acocks Green
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.
Which postcodes in Acocks Green do you work in?
All of them, including B25, B26 and B27, and the surrounding parts of West Midlands.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Acocks Green?
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 Acocks Green?
Our guide ranges for West 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.
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