HMO fire risk assessments in Uppingham

Midlands HMO provides HMO fire risk assessment support in Uppingham: we work out what Rutland County Council needs, gather the evidence and help you keep the house compliant.

Our base in Great Barr is about 50 miles from Uppingham, so surveys and site visits are straightforward to arrange.

  • Work by S&K and vetted subcontractors
  • One team for build, compliance and lettings
  • Covering Uppingham and nearby Rutland towns

Free survey in Uppingham

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Rutland County Council is the licensing and planning authority for Uppingham. We check its rules for the exact street before we draw a single partition.

Because we also manage and maintain HMOs, we design with day-to-day running in mind: hard-wearing finishes, sensible storage and layouts that keep shared spaces usable.

HMO rules in Rutland County Council

RuleRutland County Council
Mandatory HMO licence (5+ people)In force everywhere in England
Additional HMO licensingNot confirmed
Selective licensingNot confirmed
Article 4 direction for small HMOsNot 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.

How we handle HMO fire risk assessment work in Uppingham

Shared houses in Uppingham 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 Uppingham after building work or changes in occupancy, and can price any works the action plan identifies.

  • Prioritised action plan with a reason for each item
  • Site visit covering common parts and every escape route
  • Advice on the responsible person's ongoing duties
  • Reviews after building work, layout or occupancy changes
  • Written fire risk assessment report for you to keep

HMO fire risk assessments near Uppingham

What landlords in Uppingham ask us

Do I need a licence for a three or four person HMO in Uppingham?

Only if Rutland County Council runs an additional licensing scheme covering the address. Mandatory licensing starts at five or more people. We confirm the position with the council for the address.

What happens if I let an unlicensed HMO in Uppingham?

Since 1 May 2026 councils can issue civil penalties of up to £40,000, and rent repayment orders can cover up to two years' rent. If a house in Uppingham needs a licence, apply as soon as possible.

Can you fix the issues a council inspection found?

Yes. We price the works on the inspection report, carry them out and provide the evidence the council asks for.

Who issues HMO licences in Uppingham?

Rutland County Council is the licensing authority for Uppingham. We prepare the application and supporting documents, and the council decides whether to grant the licence and on what conditions.

Ready to talk about Uppingham?

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