What are the Requirements for a HMO

To ensure the property is an HMO, the following must apply:

• the property is suitable for the number occupying it (e.g.: facilities and size)
• the manager of the property (be you or an agent) is “fit and proper” (e.g.: no criminal record or landlord laws or code breached)
• every year an updated Gas Safety Certificate must be sent to the local council
• installation and maintenance of smoke alarms
• Electrical Appliance Safety Certificates must be provided