Thinking about turning a house into a shared let? We deliver HMO conversions in Birmingham for landlords who want it done right first time. That means planning, fire safety and a build that passes licensing.
The city has a busy rental market, from students to young professionals. But the rules are strict. A city-wide Article 4 direction means most new HMOs need planning permission. As HMO conversion specialists in Birmingham, we check this before you commit a penny.
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A closer look at recent J M A Group builds from groundworks to finished space.
1. Planning Know-How – Article 4 changes everything here. We check your property’s planning position early. Then we prepare the drawings and application properly.
2. Built to Licensing Standards – Room sizes, kitchens and bathrooms must meet council standards. We design every layout around them. So your licence application has fewer hurdles.
3. Fire Safety Done Properly – Fire doors, interlinked alarms and protected escape routes come as standard. We fit them to suit the size and layout of your HMO.
4. One Team, One Contract – Design, structural work, plumbing, electrics and finishes all sit with us. You deal with one project manager from start to finish.
5. Clear Pricing – You get an itemised quote before work starts. Every stage is explained. If anything changes, you see the cost first.
We talk through your property, budget and target tenants. Then we tell you honestly whether the numbers stack up.
We draw a compliant layout and handle the planning application. Article 4 and licensing needs are built in from day one.
Our team carries out the structural, electrical and fit-out work. Your project manager keeps every trade on schedule.
You receive a finished HMO with the certificates you need. Ready for your licence application and your first tenants.
1. Feasibility & Layout Planning
We assess room sizes, access and shared space. You’ll know how many lettable rooms the property can really hold.
2. Planning Applications
Most new HMOs here need full planning permission. We prepare drawings and supporting documents to give your application the best chance.
3. Structural & Layout Changes
Moving walls, adding en-suites or converting a loft? We handle the structural work and Building Regulations sign-off.
4. Kitchens & Bathrooms for Shared Living
We fit hard-wearing kitchens and bathrooms sized for the number of tenants. Built to cope with busy shared use.
5. Fire Safety & Compliance
Fire doors, alarms, emergency lighting and fire-stopping, all installed to suit your HMO’s size and layout.
In most cases, yes. A city-wide Article 4 direction removes permitted development for small HMOs. Larger HMOs for seven or more people always need planning permission. We’ll confirm your route early.
If five or more people from two or more households share facilities, you’ll need a mandatory licence. We build to the standards the council inspects against.
It depends on the property, room count and level of work. We give you an itemised quote after a free survey. So you work from real figures.
Build time depends on the scope of works. Planning can add several weeks before work starts. We’ll give you a realistic programme once the design is agreed.
Got a property in mind, or still looking? Talk to our HMO conversion builders in Birmingham before you buy. We’ll walk you through planning, layout and costs. Explore our full HMO conversion services or book your free survey today.
