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HMO regs re ceilings
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regs re ceilings in HMO properties
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HMO regulations vary widely so it depends where you are and how many rooms you are renting out.
Don't take the lath and plaster down unless you want an awful mess. Overboard with plasterboard - 2 layers of 9mm with staggered joints is usually considered fire-resisting.A kind word lasts a minute, a skelped erse is sair for a day.0 -
The action varies as it is dependant on the state of it and the joists
https://www.blackpool.gov.uk/Business/Residential-landlords/Documents/Guidance-on-Fire-precautions-from-Blackpool-Council.pdf
covers the requirements of the various regulations0 -
Bear in mind that plasterboard is not regarded as a fireproof material (not even the pink "fireline" stuff). It's only a retardant and building regs just need satisfying that you have the required number of minutes suitable for your HMO. That will depend on many factors, stud spacing, board type etc:
https://www.british-gypsum.com/technical-advice/faqs/050-what-is-the-fire-resistance-performance-of-gyproc-plasterboardSignature on holiday for two weeks0
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