Houses in multiple occupation

Do you need a licence, apply for a HMO, rules and regulations and renew a HMO.

Do you need an HMO licence

A household includes couples, step and foster children and relatives extending to cousins, nephews and nieces.

If you own or manage a licensable house in multiple occupation (HMO) you will need to complete an application form.

We are working hard to identify houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) across the borough to ensure they meet the appropriate standards.

An HMO is a house, which is occupied by three or more people who do not form a single household.

Renewal licence application basic fee for five or more people comprised of two or more households.

The Management of Houses in Multiple Occupation (England) Regulations 2006.

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