HMO projects in Melton Mowbray are shaped by the rules of Melton Borough Council. Before we price anything, we check whether the address falls within an additional licensing scheme or an Article 4 direction, because both change what the house needs and how long it takes.
We cover LE13 and the neighbouring postcodes, with the same standards in Melton Mowbray as anywhere else in Leicestershire.
HMO rules in Melton Borough Council
| Rule | Melton Borough 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 Melton Borough 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 Melton Borough Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.
How we handle HMO floor plan work in Melton Mowbray
Licence applications for HMOs in Melton Mowbray 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 Leicestershire, our plans also support planning applications, building control and fire risk assessments. If you have changed the layout of a house in Melton Mowbray, we can update existing plans before a renewal, variation or sale.
- Escape routes, final exits and shared amenities marked
- Floor areas in square metres, with 1.5 m ceiling exclusions
- On-site measurement of every room and floor
- Room use and intended occupancy marked for each bedroom
- Fire doors, detectors, alarm panel and emergency lighting shown
HMO floor plans near Melton Mowbray
- Oakham 9.4 miles
- Syston 9.4 miles
- Stoneygate 11.7 miles
- Humberstone 11.7 miles
- Birstall 11.8 miles
- Belgrave 12.5 miles
