A large HMO is a shared house for seven or more people. Landlords in Bognor Regis (PO21 and PO22) 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 Sussex, England
- Postcodes
- PO21 and PO22
- Location
- 24 miles west of Brighton
- Pricing region
- South East
What do large HMO conversions (7+ sharers) in Bognor Regis involve?
- Sound insulation between rooms and floors
- Fire alarm and detection system sized for the building
- Emergency lighting where the escape route needs it
- Second kitchen or extra kitchen capacity
- Feasibility review and measured survey
Which rules apply in Bognor Regis?
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 Bognor Regis 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 Bognor Regis?
| 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 Bognor Regis 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 Bognor Regis, tell us at the first call so the programme is built around it.
When do Bognor Regis landlords need it?
We usually get the call when:
- 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 Bognor Regis
Do you handle building control?
Yes. The building work in a large HMO conversion (partitions, fire separation, drainage, electrics) needs to meet the building regulations, and the conversion can also count as a material change of use. We confirm the route with building control, coordinate inspections and give you the completion paperwork.
Do you cover all of Bognor Regis?
Yes. We work across Bognor Regis and the PO21 and PO22 postcode areas, plus the rest of West Sussex. Nearby places we also cover include Chichester, Littlehampton, Worthing.
Where do I check the HMO rules for an address in Bognor Regis?
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 Bognor Regis?
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 Bognor Regis
- Chichester · 6 mi
- Littlehampton · 6 mi
- Worthing · 14 mi
- Havant · 14 mi
- Waterlooville · 17 mi
- Portsmouth · 18 mi
- All of West Sussex
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- Escape routes, emergency lighting and fire stopping in Bognor Regis
- Fire alarm and detection systems in Bognor Regis
- Sound insulation in Bognor Regis
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