Licensing houses in multiple occupation
Only houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) occupied by five or more persons need to be licensed by the council.
A HMO Licence lasts for five years. There is a fee for applying for an HMO licence which covers the cost of the application process.
Fees
| Type of application | Fee |
|---|---|
| New application for a five year HMO licence | £550 |
| HMO Licence renewal or new application for a five year HMO licence where the applicant already has a licensed HMO registered in West Suffolk, and where the licence holder and management arrangements are intended to be the same | £350 |
| Fee to vary an HMO Licence | No charge |
Check to see if your HMO property needs to be licensed
Please see the link below to attached HMO scenario diagrams.
(link to HMO diagrams)
For more information see our HMO Suffolk Landlord's Handbook
Once a HMO Licence is granted, the details of the licence will appear on the HMO Public Register
You will need to apply to the licensing authority where the HMO is located. This is usually the local council, if you do not know who that is, visit: GOV.UK - Find your local council