If the property is in Stamford, the council that matters is South Kesteven District Council. We look up its current schemes for the address, note any conditions it usually attaches, and plan the work to suit.
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 South Kesteven District Council
| Rule | South Kesteven 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 South Kesteven 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 South Kesteven District Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.
Our HMO floor plan service in Stamford
Licence applications for HMOs in Stamford 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 Lincolnshire, our plans also support planning applications, building control and fire risk assessments. If you have changed the layout of a house in Stamford, we can update existing plans before a renewal, variation or sale.
- Plans supplied as PDF in your council's usual format
- Fire doors, detectors, alarm panel and emergency lighting shown
- Floor areas in square metres, with 1.5 m ceiling exclusions
- Room use and intended occupancy marked for each bedroom
- Escape routes, final exits and shared amenities marked