If the property is in Oakham, the council that matters is Rutland County Council. We look up its current schemes for the address, note any conditions it usually attaches, and plan the work to suit.
You get one point of contact for the whole job, a fixed price for the agreed specification and a written programme showing when each stage happens.
HMO rules in Rutland County Council
| Rule | Rutland County 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 Rutland County 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 Rutland County Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.
HMO fire risk assessments in Oakham: what we do
Shared houses in Oakham 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 Rutland commonly expect to see a current assessment, particularly at licence time. We review assessments for houses in Oakham after building work or changes in occupancy, and can price any works the action plan identifies.
- Site visit covering common parts and every escape route
- Check of fire doors, alarms and emergency lighting
- Prioritised action plan with a reason for each item
- Written fire risk assessment report for you to keep
- Advice on the responsible person's ongoing duties