HMO floor plans in Kettering

Need help with HMO floor plan in Kettering? We check the rules that apply at the address and prepare what North Northamptonshire Council asks for.

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North Northamptonshire Council is the licensing and planning authority for Kettering. We check its rules for the exact street before we draw a single partition.

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 North Northamptonshire Council

Rule	North Northamptonshire Council
Mandatory HMO licence (5+ people)	In force everywhere in England
Additional HMO licensing	None found
Selective licensing	None found
Article 4 direction for small HMOs	In part of the area Kingswood ward in Corby only, since 24 April 2024

Checked October 2026 against North Northamptonshire Council's HMO licensing page. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.

North Northamptonshire Council's Article 4 direction covers Kingswood ward in Corby only, not Kettering, so changing a family house here into a small HMO is usually permitted development. Seven or more occupants always needs planning permission. We found no additional licensing scheme in force in North Northamptonshire Council, so the mandatory licence for five or more people is the main one to plan for.

How we handle HMO floor plan work in Kettering

Licence applications for HMOs in Kettering 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 Northamptonshire, our plans also support planning applications, building control and fire risk assessments. If you have changed the layout of a house in Kettering, we can update existing plans before a renewal, variation or sale.

Floor areas in square metres, with 1.5 m ceiling exclusions
Fire doors, detectors, alarm panel and emergency lighting shown
Room use and intended occupancy marked for each bedroom
On-site measurement of every room and floor
Escape routes, final exits and shared amenities marked

HMO floor plans near Kettering

Wellingborough 6.7 miles
Corby 6.9 miles
Rushden 9.2 miles
Market Harborough 9.9 miles
Northampton 12.2 miles
Uppingham 13.1 miles

What landlords in Kettering ask us

How often are electrical checks needed in an HMO?

Private tenancies in England need an electrical installation condition report before the tenancy starts and at least every five years, and gas appliances need a safety check by a Gas Safe registered engineer every 12 months.

How long does an HMO licence last?

A licence can last up to five years. North Northamptonshire Council may grant a shorter licence, for example where it has concerns about the property or the management.

Do HMOs in Kettering 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.

What happens if I let an unlicensed HMO in Kettering?

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 Kettering needs a licence, apply as soon as possible.