Renew an HMO licence

Penalties and fines

The law says we can fine you up to £30,000 for breaking an HMO rule or condition.

We may fine you if:

  • you do not meet the conditions on your HMO licence
  • you let too many people live in your HMO

We may also take you to court if you break HMO laws.

Consequences of not having a licence

You will not be able to issue a Section 21 notice while your property is unlicensed.

If you do not have or renew an HMO licence, we may give you one or more of these penalties:

  • a civil penalty or an unlimited fine
  • a rent repayment order
  • an Interim Management Order – this means we can take over the management of your HMO

Page last updated: 8 August 2023

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