HMO fire risk assessments in Droitwich Spa

Midlands HMO provides HMO fire risk assessment support in Droitwich Spa: we work out what Wychavon District Council needs, gather the evidence and help you keep the house compliant.

Tell us about the property in Droitwich Spa and we'll arrange a free survey at a time that suits you.

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An HMO in Droitwich Spa has to work for three audiences: the council, the people who live there and the owner's figures. We design with all three in mind and price the result in writing.

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 Wychavon District Council

Rule	Wychavon District 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 against Wychavon District Council's HMO licensing page. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.

We couldn't confirm Wychavon District 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 Wychavon District Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.

HMO fire risk assessments for Droitwich Spa landlords

Shared houses in Droitwich Spa 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 Worcestershire commonly expect to see a current assessment, particularly at licence time. We review assessments for houses in Droitwich Spa after building work or changes in occupancy, and can price any works the action plan identifies.

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

HMO fire risk assessments near Droitwich Spa

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Worcester 6.1 miles
Stourport-on-Severn 7.6 miles
Redditch 9.1 miles
Kidderminster 9.4 miles
Bewdley 10.3 miles

HMO fire risk assessments in Droitwich Spa: common questions

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

Only if Wychavon District 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 Droitwich Spa?

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 Droitwich Spa needs a licence, apply as soon as possible.

Do HMOs in Droitwich Spa need a fire risk assessment?

Fire safety law requires a fire risk assessment of the common parts of most HMOs, and councils commonly ask to see one with a licence application. We arrange the assessment and the works it recommends.

Who issues HMO licences in Droitwich Spa?

Wychavon District Council is the licensing authority for Droitwich Spa. We prepare the application and supporting documents, and the council decides whether to grant the licence and on what conditions.