Secondary school applications close 31 October
If your child starts secondary school in September 2027, apply for a school place by Saturday 31 October.
Landlord and HMO licensing
Apply for a licence if you rent out a house in multiple occupation (HMO).
A house in multiple occupation (HMO) is a home rented to 3 or more people who are not from one household and who share a kitchen, bathroom or toilet.
When you need a licence
You must have a licence if 5 or more people from 2 or more households live in your property.
It's a criminal offence to rent out an HMO that needs a licence without one. You could get an unlimited fine.
What it costs
A licence costs £950 and lasts up to 5 years. You pay part when you apply and the rest when we grant the licence.
What you'll need
- a floor plan showing the size of each room
- your gas safety certificate and electrical installation condition report
- details of fire alarms and fire doors
- the tenancy agreement you use
Apply for an HMO licence
What happens next
We'll inspect the property before we decide. We'll tell you our decision within 12 weeks.