HMOs

HMO’s are properties that consist of unrelated individuals living in the same property.

Below are some examples that would require your property to be licensed with a HMO license.

Your property is a “HMO” if both of the following apply:

At least three unrelated individuals live in the property

You share a toilet, bathroom or kitchen facilities with other tenants

Or,

Your home may be a “Large HMO” if all of the following apply:

  • It’s three storeys high
  • At least five unrelated individuals live in the property

You share a toilet, bathroom or kitchen facilities with other tenants