Houses in multiple occupation

Fees and charges

The following fees and charges apply from 1 April 2022.

House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) licensing fees

Fees vary depending on the number of rooms that must be assessed. The fee covers:

  • administrative costs
  • inspection work
  • issuing the licence
  • making any variations throughout the duration of the licence

A new application must be submitted if there is a change in license holder.

New HMO 5-year licence – accredited landlords

These fees are for new HMO licence applications by accredited landlords. The application fee must be paid by all applicants. The additional licence fee must be paid by applicants who are granted a licence.

Number of rooms Application fee Licence fee
2 to 5 £550 £449
6 to 10 £570 £480
11 to 15 £680 £478
16 to 20 £670 £595
21 to 29 £760 £690
30 or more £900 £780

New HMO 5-year licence – non-accredited landlords

These fees are for new HMO licence applications. The application fee must be paid by all applicants. The additional licence fee must be paid by applicants who are granted a licence.

Number of rooms Application fee Licence fee
2 to 5 £625 £533
6 to 10 £650 £559
11 to 15 £780 £552
16 to 20 £770 £598
21 to 29 £870 £800
30 or more £1,025 £905

Renewable HMO 5-year licence

These fees apply when there have been no changes or breaches of management regulations.

Number of rooms Landlord accredited Non-accredited
2 to 5 £495 £573
6 to 10 £527 £604
11 to 15 £578 £665
16 to 20 £630 £725
21 to 29 £725 £835
30 or more £840 £965

Other fees and charges for HMO landlords

Fee or charge Landlord accredited Non-accredited
Change of manager £153 £177
Assistance with licensing First 30 minutes are free, then £67.50 per hour, pro rata £67.50 per hour

Reports not required by law – immigration inspections

The charge below is for providing a report on the suitability of a home to accommodate someone from aboard who is applying to reside in the UK.

Reports Charge
Suitability of a home to accommodate someone from aboard who is applying to live in the UK £180