My local council (e.g., Leeds City Council) is introducing additional HMO licensing. How do I determine if my existing 4-bedroom property, rented to 4 students on separate ASTs, now requires a license and what's the application process?
Quick Answer
Mandatory HMO licensing applies to properties with 5+ occupants from 2+ households. Your local council can introduce additional licensing for smaller HMOs. Check your council's specific scheme to see if your 4-bed property with 4 students now requires a licence and follow their application process.
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Verify if your 4-bed, 4-student property needs an HMO licence under local council additional schemes (e.g. Leeds City Council). Avoid £30k fines by checking specific criteria, costs & application process.
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