The Council is responsible for checking Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) to make sure they are in a satisfactory condition, are safe, have satisfactory means of escape from fire, have sufficient bathrooms and kitchens, have adequate space and proper management.
A House in Multiple Occupation is a house, which is occupied by people who do not form a single household. Examples include:
HMO will have to meet the Council's standards. These standards include:
The Government will soon be introducing a licensing scheme with respect to certain houses in multiple occupation.
All the latest information can be found on: http://www.propertylicence.gov.uk.
Further
information on HMO Licensing and an application form.