I'm looking to convert a commercial property into an HMO. Besides planning permission, what specific fire safety regulations and amenity standards are absolutely essential to meet for HMO licensing approval in England?
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Converting commercial property to an HMO demands strict adherence to fire safety protocols (interconnected alarms, fire doors) and amenity standards (kitchens, bathrooms, minimum room sizes) to secure mandatory HMO licensing for properties housing 5+ occupants.
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Converting commercial property to an HMO? Understand essential fire safety regulations and amenity standards for licensing approval, including interconnected smoke alarms, fire doors, and minimum room sizes (6.51m² single, 10.22m² double) from April 2025.
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