HMO floor plans in Dronfield

Midlands HMO provides HMO floor plan support in Dronfield: we work out what North East Derbyshire District Council needs, gather the evidence and help you keep the house compliant.

Work in Dronfield is surveyed, designed and managed by the same team, with one point of contact from first call to handover.

Quotes itemised so you can compare

Designed around North East Derbyshire District Council's HMO standards

Work by S&K and vetted subcontractors

Ask about a house in Dronfield

Tell us about the property. We reply within one working day.

Shared houses in Dronfield need to satisfy North East Derbyshire District Council's licensing team as well as building regulations. We plan for both from the first survey, which avoids rework later.

We'll tell you plainly if a house in Dronfield isn't suited to the number of rooms you have in mind, and what it would take to make it work.

HMO rules in North East Derbyshire District Council

Rule	North East Derbyshire 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. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.

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

How we handle HMO floor plan work in Dronfield

Licence applications for HMOs in Dronfield commonly need a floor plan showing room sizes, room use, fire safety features and amenities. We measure the house on site, check the format the council asks for and draw plans that match the property as it is today.

For landlords across Derbyshire, our plans also support planning applications, building control and fire risk assessments. If you have changed the layout of a house in Dronfield, we can update existing plans before a renewal, variation or sale.

Plans supplied as PDF in your council's usual format
Escape routes, final exits and shared amenities marked
Room use and intended occupancy marked for each bedroom
Fire doors, detectors, alarm panel and emergency lighting shown
On-site measurement of every room and floor

HMO floor plans near Dronfield

Chesterfield 4.5 miles
Bolsover 9.1 miles
Clay Cross 9.7 miles
Matlock 11.8 miles
Shirebrook 12.8 miles
Worksop 14.5 miles

What landlords in Dronfield ask us

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.

What happens if I let an unlicensed HMO in Dronfield?

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 Dronfield needs a licence, apply as soon as possible.

Do HMOs in Dronfield 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.

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

Only if North East Derbyshire 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.