Apply for a HMO Licence
Please note that you will have to create a MySandwell account before applying for a licence.
Please email us if you have any questions: landlord_licensing@sandwell.gov.uk
The license application system is automated and not designed as a method for HMO development. The council does not offer a consultation program for people looking to develop a HMO. You need to speak to a professional who can advise you, then make the application when you are satisfied it meets requirements. The council will review it and will ask for more information within 7 days if needed or reject if it is not in line with the requirements.
Before you apply, please make sure that you have the following ready to add to your application:
- Fire Alarm Certificate
- Electrical Installation Certificate
- Fire Risk Assessment (please refer to the Homestamp guide Chapter - A Guide to carrying out a Fire Risk assessment)
- Assessment in Multi-Occupied Residential Property
- Emergency Lighting Certificate
- Gas Certificate
- EPC
- Floor Plans (Please click here for Guidance)
- Planning permission documentation (if applicable)
- Photo ID
- Proof of address
- Proof of business name and address
- PAT Testing (If applicable)
- Tenancy Agreement
- Evidence in relation to fee discounts
If you have these documents ready, the application process will be easier to complete. To fill out the whole application, it will only take around 30-40 minutes.
Once you have completed and submitted your application it will be checked to ensure all documentation is completed and uploaded. If your application is accepted, you will be asked for payment. If the application is rejected, you will be advised what additional information is required before you submit your revised application.
Remember, you only have to apply for a Mandatory Licence if you have 5 or more people in 2 or more households in your property. If you live or rent out your smaller HMO property, you will need a licence for our additional licensing scheme. Please visit our Additional Licensing page for more information.
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If you have any questions please email us at landlord_licensing@sandwell.gov.uk