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How much does an HMO licence cost in Plymouth?
When you convert a property to a new HMO or purchase an exiting HMO, you will need to apply for a Licence with Plymouth City
Other than an HMO Licence, what else do I need to consider before becoming an HMO landlord in Plymouth?
Mortgages. If you are buying with a mortgage or converting an existing property that you own into an HMO, you need to ensure your lender
What is Selective HMO Licencing?
Selective licencing is the most recent addition to property licencing, and usually, a local authority would implement this if they had concerns over an area.
What is Additional HMO Licencing?
The Housing Act 2004 gives local authorities the power to impose additional licensing on HMOs beyond the mandatory regime. Local authorities can extend licensing to
What is a Mandatory HMO Licencing?
From October 2018 all properties, all properties occupied by five or more persons (who are not members of the same household) are likely to require
Is there different Licencing for Plymouth HMOs?
There are three types of HMO licencing, which are Mandatory, Additional, Selective licensing. Mandatory and Additional Licensing relate to HMOs, while Selective Licensing can refer
Do you know what Article 4 Direction in Plymouth is?
As detailed in our last blog post, Plymouth city council introduced an Article 4 direction which came into force on the 12th September 2012. The
What is the difference between HMO Planning and HMO Licensing?
HMO Planning and HMO licensing are very different things. Let us start with the planning side, and we will deal with what is specific to
What is a Household?
Members of the same family are to be considered a household as defined in Section 258 of the Housing Act 2004. Family members will include
What is an HMO?
A House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) is defined in section 254 of the Housing Act 2004. The definition is quite detailed and complex, but in
Twelve questions every Plymouth HMO landlord should know.
As the lettings industry had gone through some considerable changes in the last few years, making the traditional letting of property less profitable for landlords.
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