HMO fire risk assessments in Shirley

Most of the cost and risk in an HMO is decided at the design stage. In Shirley we start by measuring every room and checking Solihull Council's position on licensing and planning, then build the specification around it.

Quotes list each item of work, so you can see where the money goes and compare like for like.

HMO rules in Solihull Council

Checked October 2026 against Solihull Council's HMO licensing page. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.

Solihull Council has said it is exploring an Article 4 direction for smaller HMOs. None was in force when we checked. Seven or more occupants always needs planning permission. We couldn't confirm whether Solihull Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.

How we handle HMO fire risk assessment work in Shirley

Shared houses in Shirley need a fire risk assessment that reflects how the building is actually laid out. We assess the common parts and the escape route from every bedroom, then give you a written report with a prioritised action plan you can act on.

Councils and fire services covering the West Midlands commonly expect to see a current assessment, particularly at licence time. We review assessments for houses in Shirley after building work or changes in occupancy, and can price any works the action plan identifies.

• Site visit covering common parts and every escape route
• Prioritised action plan with a reason for each item
• Reviews after building work, layout or occupancy changes
• Advice on the responsible person's ongoing duties
• Check of fire doors, alarms and emergency lighting

HMO fire risk assessments near Shirley

• Hall Green 1.5 miles
• Solihull 1.6 miles
• Acocks Green 2.4 miles
• Kings Heath 3 miles
• Sheldon 3.5 miles
• Moseley 3.8 miles