Most of the cost and risk in an HMO is decided at the design stage. In Knowle we start by measuring every room and checking Solihull Council's position on licensing and planning, then build the specification around it.
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 Solihull Council
| Rule | Solihull 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 | Proposed The council is exploring a direction for smaller HMOs; none in force when checked |
Checked October 2026 against Solihull Council's HMO licensing page. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.
Solihull Council has said it is exploring an Article 4 direction for smaller HMOs. None was in force when we checked. Seven or more occupants always needs planning permission. We couldn't confirm whether Solihull Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.
HMO fire risk assessments for Knowle landlords
Shared houses in Knowle 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 the West Midlands commonly expect to see a current assessment, particularly at licence time. We review assessments for houses in Knowle after building work or changes in occupancy, and can price any works the action plan identifies.
- Check of fire doors, alarms and emergency lighting
- Site visit covering common parts and every escape route
- Written fire risk assessment report for you to keep
- Advice on the responsible person's ongoing duties
- Prioritised action plan with a reason for each item
HMO fire risk assessments near Knowle
- Solihull 2.9 miles
- Shirley 4.1 miles
- Sheldon 5.4 miles
- Hall Green 5.5 miles
- Acocks Green 5.7 miles
- Tile Hill 6.3 miles