Fees and charges
The following fees and charges apply from 1 April 2023.
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 3-year licence
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 | £417 | £356 |
| 6 to 10 | £433 | £372 |
| 11 to 15 | £520 | £372 |
| 16 to 20 | £513 | £400 |
| 21 to 29 | £580 | £533 |
| 30 or more | £683 | £603 |
New HMO 5-year licence
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 | £694 | £592 |
| 6 to 10 | £722 | £621 |
| 11 to 15 | £866 | £613 |
| 16 to 20 | £855 | £664 |
| 21 to 29 | £966 | £888 |
| 30 or more | £1,138 | £1,005 |
Renewable HMO 5-year licence
These fees apply when there have been no changes or breaches of management regulations.
| Number of rooms | Application fee | Licence fee |
|---|---|---|
| 2 to 5 | £550 | £636 |
| 6 to 10 | £585 | £671 |
| 11 to 15 | £642 | £739 |
| 16 to 20 | £700 | £805 |
| 21 to 29 | £805 | £927 |
| 30 or more | £933 | £1,072 |
Other fees and charges for HMO landlords
| Fee or charge | Landlord accredited | Non-accredited |
|---|---|---|
| Change of manager | £196 | £196 |
| Assistance with licensing | First 30 minutes are free, then £75 per hour, pro rata | £75 per hour |
Administration fees
| Fee type | Charge |
|---|---|
| Additional fee for paper HMO licence applications | £100 |
| Invalid HMO licence applications | £25 |
| First reminder letter for new HMO licence applications | £25 |
| Second reminder letter for new HMO licence applications | £50 |
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 | £200 |