HMO Definition
The Housing Act 2004 has introduced a new definition of a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO). The new definition is detailed and complex. Generally a house in multiple occupation will be a property occupied by more than one household and more than two people, and may include bedsits, shared houses and some self contained flats.
Houses fully converted into self contained flats will generally not be HMO's provided that they were/are converted in accordance with the appropriate Building Regulation standards. This will, as a minimum be the 1991 regulations.
Generally the sole use of the property must be as an HMO, however Salford City Council may declare the property to be an HMO where there is significant usage.
To find out whether your property is defined as an HMO under Housing Act 2004 regulations or whether it will be eligible for Landlord Licensing, please download the flow charts which should help you determine whether your property is an HMO and/or eligible for Licensing.
If you have any questions, are unsure whether your property is an HMO or wish to obtain advice from the HMO team, contact the Team on 0161 793 2983 or email at teamhmo@salford.gov.uk
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This page was last updated on 01 August 2008
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