Before completing the application, we recommend you look through all the sections to ensure that you have the relevant information to hand.
Do I need a HMO licence for the property?
You will need a licence if your property has:
Five or more people living there, forming two or more households, and
They share facilities such as a bathroom, toilet or kitchen
A household is defined as:
Co-habiting couples
Blood-related, or foster families
Carers and domestic staff
Student halls of residence managed by the university and buildings owned by public bodies are not classified as HMOs.
How much will a licence cost ?
Following consultation our licence fees are changing from 01 October 2026.
Our fees will now be based on the number of sleeping rooms within the HMO. This better reflects the work involved in assessing larger HMOs.
We have replaced the percentage-based discount for membership of recognised landlord organisations with a £50 fee reduction for members of all organisations. You must provide evidence of your membership (scheme name and membership number) within your application.
There is no fee reduction available for properties we find operating without a licence.
Fees are still payable in 2 parts.
For new licenses:
Number of Sleeping Rooms | Part A (fixed amount) | Part B | Total Fee |
5 | £717 | £1,047 | £1,764 |
6 to 8 | £717 | £1,152 | £1,869 |
9+ | £717 | £1,257 | £1,974 |
To renew a licence:
Number of Sleeping Rooms | Part A (fixed amount) | Part B | Total Fee |
5 | £619 | £1,047 | £1,666 |
6 to 8 | £619 | £1,152 | £1,771 |
9+ | £619 | £1,257 | £1,876 |