Shared houses in Boston need to satisfy Boston Borough Council's licensing team as well as building regulations. We plan for both from the first survey, which avoids rework later.
Our team is based in Great Barr, Birmingham, about 84 miles from Boston. That keeps survey visits, site meetings and follow-up inspections easy to arrange.
HMO rules in Boston Borough Council
| Rule | Boston Borough Council |
|---|---|
| Mandatory HMO licence (5+ people) | In force everywhere in England |
| Additional HMO licensing | Not confirmed |
| Selective licensing | Not confirmed |
| Article 4 direction for small HMOs | Not confirmed |
Checked October 2026. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.
We couldn't confirm Boston Borough Council's Article 4 position from its own website, so we check it with the council for the address. Seven or more occupants always needs planning permission. We couldn't confirm whether Boston Borough Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.
HMO fire risk assessments in Boston: what we do
Shared houses in Boston need a fire risk assessment that reflects how the building is actually laid out. We assess the common parts and the escape route from every bedroom, then give you a written report with a prioritised action plan you can act on.
Councils and fire services covering Lincolnshire commonly expect to see a current assessment, particularly at licence time. We review assessments for houses in Boston after building work or changes in occupancy, and can price any works the action plan identifies.
- Reviews after building work, layout or occupancy changes
- Check of fire doors, alarms and emergency lighting
- Advice on the responsible person's ongoing duties
- Prioritised action plan with a reason for each item
- Written fire risk assessment report for you to keep