When does the 'household' definition for HMO licensing become tricky? Specifically, if I have 3 friends living together versus 3 work colleagues, does this impact whether my 3-bedroom property needs a license?
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The 'household' definition for HMO licensing gets complex when occupants aren't a single traditional family unit. While mandatory HMO licensing starts at 5+ occupants, local schemes can require licenses for 3+ occupants if they form two or more separate households.
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From April 2025, 'household' definition for HMO licensing means 3 friends can trigger a license if your council has Additional Licensing. Check local council policies to avoid fines.
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