HMO licensing
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Regulation & Law
North West council says strict HMO controls work
Salford Council claims it has taken a tight grip on HMO developments and that its neighbours are following its lead.
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Council slammed for blowing £21,000 on ‘unnecessary’ HMO survey
Welsh Council told it doesn’t need a PR company to find out ‘what the public thinks about HMOs’.
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Council’s poll reveals deep dislike of HMOs among voters
Disgruntled voters want a Kent council to halt the uncontrolled spread of Houses in Multiple Occupation in their area.
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‘Let only’ agents NOT liable for unlicensed HMOs – landmark ruling
Upper Tribunal overturns letting agency’s fine and provides clear guidance on who is liable for unlicensed HMO fines.
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Big northern council takes ‘urgent action’ to prevent HMO oversupply
Bolton is the latest to introduce planning permission requirement for all shared house conversions - nearly two years after first mooting the policy.
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Council allows rogue landlord to keep HMO licence
Bristol Council has fined Josefina Velazquez £11,000 for overcharging student tenants for their deposits but has failed to strip her of her HMO licence.
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Big south coast council to limit HMO conversions via planning
Eastbourne is the latest council to reveal plans that will see landlords and agents required to get planning permission for HMO conversions via an Article 4 direction.
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Midlands city reveals plans to license more HMOs
Peterborough council says higher standards will make properties more attractive, raise prices and therefore should be welcomed by landlords – who will pay £1,100 per licence.
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Inconsistent HMO rules a ‘major barrier to investment’
Expert calls for standardisation of HMO licensing rules in the UK if Government wants to see more investment in sector.
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City council inundated with HMO applications after new Article 4 rules kick in
A change in the licensing rules by Derby City Council is on course to generate over £22,000 in just the first week.
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