A small HMO is a shared house for three to six unrelated people. Landlords in Llantwit Major (CF61) 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
- Vale of Glamorgan, Wales
- Postcodes
- CF61
- Location
- 14 miles west of Cardiff
- Pricing region
- Wales
What do small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Llantwit Major involve?
- Fire doors to rooms off the escape route
- Kitchen enlarged or refitted for the number of sharers
- Locks, door closers and thumb-turn locks on the exit route
- Electrical upgrades and certificate
- Second bathroom, shower room or ensuites
Which rules apply in Llantwit Major?
Here is what usually applies to a Llantwit Major job of this kind. It is general information rather than legal advice, and the council’s written HMO standards have the final detail.
- Mandatory licence for HMOs with 3 or more storeys and 5 or more people in 2 or more households; Wales did not adopt England’s 2018 change.
- England’s national room sizes do not apply in Wales; councils set their own room standards.
- Kitchen and bathroom ratios are set in each council’s HMO standards.
- More than 6 sharers is a sui generis HMO and needs planning permission; councils such as Cardiff apply concentration limits.
How much do small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) cost in Llantwit Major?
| Item | UK typical | Local guide | Per |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical 3–4 bed house to a 5–6 bed HMO, all-in | £30,000 – £75,000 | £28,200 – £70,500 | project |
| Conversion works per letting room (walls, linings, electrics, decoration; excludes kitchens, bathrooms and fire systems; our estimate) | £3,500 – £6,500 | £3,300 – £6,100 | letting room |
| Shared bathroom refit | £5,500 – £9,000 | £5,150 – £8,450 | bathroom |
| Interlinked mains alarm system (Grade D type), small HMO (our estimate from installer guides) | £800 – £2,000 | £750 – £1,900 | house |
| FD30S fire door leaf into an existing frame, with seals, closer and hinges, fitted | £300 – £600 | £280 – £560 | door |
Use these as a starting point for budgeting. Access, condition and the council’s requirements in Llantwit Major can move the figure either way, which is why we quote after seeing the house.
How long does it take?
Typical time on site: 4–10 weeks. We agree the programme with you before starting and send photo updates as the work progresses.
When do Llantwit Major landlords need it?
Landlords in Llantwit Major most often ask us for this when:
- An existing small HMO needs bringing up to date
- A three or four-bedroom house you want to let to sharers
Questions about small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) in Llantwit Major
Can I keep a lounge in a small HMO?
Yes, and many councils expect some shared living space where bedrooms are at the smaller end of the size range. We plan the layout so the house works for sharers and meets the local standard.
Do you cover all of Llantwit Major?
Yes. We work across Llantwit Major and the CF61 postcode areas, plus the rest of Vale of Glamorgan. Nearby places we also cover include Bridgend, Coity, Barry.
Does a shared house in Llantwit Major need an HMO licence?
In Wales, mandatory licensing covers HMOs of 3 or more storeys with 5 or more people. Many councils, including Cardiff and Swansea, also run additional licensing for smaller HMOs. Every landlord must register with Rent Smart Wales.
How much do small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) cost in Llantwit Major?
Our guide ranges for Wales 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.
Small HMO conversions (3–6 sharers) near Llantwit Major
- Bridgend · 8 mi
- Coity · 8 mi
- Barry · 9 mi
- Llantrisant · 10 mi
- Porthcawl · 10 mi
- Pyle · 12 mi
- All of Vale of Glamorgan
Other HMO services in Llantwit Major
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- Shared bathroom and shower room refits in Llantwit Major
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