HMO floor plans in Cannock

Our HMO floor plan service in Cannock starts with the council's requirements for that address, not a generic checklist.

Our base in Great Barr is about 10 miles from Cannock, so surveys and site visits are straightforward to arrange.

Work by S&K and vetted subcontractors

Designed around Cannock Chase District Council's HMO standards

One team for build, compliance and lettings

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An HMO in Cannock 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.

Quotes list each item of work, so you can see where the money goes and compare like for like.

HMO rules in Cannock Chase District Council

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

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

How we handle HMO floor plan work in Cannock

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

Floor areas in square metres, with 1.5 m ceiling exclusions
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
Fire doors, detectors, alarm panel and emergency lighting shown

HMO floor plans near Cannock

Hednesford 1.9 miles
Penkridge 4.3 miles
Burntwood 4.4 miles
Bloxwich 5.1 miles
Brownhills 5.7 miles
Rugeley 6.2 miles

HMO floor plans in Cannock: common questions

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

Only if Cannock Chase 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.

Who issues HMO licences in Cannock?

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

What documents does Cannock Chase District Council ask for with an HMO licence?

Councils usually ask for floor plans showing room sizes and fire safety features, gas and electrical safety certificates, and fire alarm and emergency lighting certificates. We check Cannock Chase District Council's current list for your application.

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.