Work to maps, forms and planning applications
We're doing some work to online maps, forms and the planning system tomorrow (Tuesday 21 May). This means you won't be able to access them for the day. This does not affect council tax or rent payments.
See which properties need a licence to be let as an HMO.
A house in multiple occupation (HMO) is a property let to at least three tenants who form two or more 'households' and who share a toilet, bathroom or kitchen.
A household can be:
HMOs can include a shared house or renovated self-contained flats.
You must have a licence if you’re renting out a large HMO in England or Wales. Your property is defined as a large HMO if all of the following apply:
The following properties also need a licence:
Purpose-built flats of three or more, such as halls of residence, do not need a licence. If you are on the list of Specified Educational Establishments you do not need a licence.
You can check with our licensing team if you're not sure if you need a licence.