HMO floor plans in Keele

Need help with HMO floor plan in Keele? We check the rules that apply at the address and prepare what Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council asks for.

Whether the house in Keele is empty, let or mid-purchase, we can start with the survey.

Free survey and fixed written quote

Covering Keele and nearby Staffordshire towns

Work by S&K and vetted subcontractors

Ask about a house in Keele

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

If the property is in Keele, the council that matters is Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council. We look up its current schemes for the address, note any conditions it usually attaches, and plan the work to suit.

Work is carried out by S&K and vetted subcontractors working under S&K's supervision, so you contract with one company for the whole project.

HMO rules in Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council

Rule	Newcastle-under-Lyme 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	Proposed The council is investigating a borough-wide direction; none in force when checked

Checked October 2026. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.

Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council is investigating a borough-wide Article 4 direction. None was in force when we checked. Seven or more occupants always needs planning permission. We couldn't confirm whether Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.

HMO floor plans for Keele landlords

Licence applications for HMOs in Keele 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 Keele, we can update existing plans before a renewal, variation or sale.

Room use and intended occupancy marked for each bedroom
Floor areas in square metres, with 1.5 m ceiling exclusions
Plans supplied as PDF in your council's usual format
Fire doors, detectors, alarm panel and emergency lighting shown
Escape routes, final exits and shared amenities marked

Letting to students and sharers in Keele

If the house in Keele is let to students or sharers, up-to-date certificates, measured plans and a current fire risk assessment make any council inspection more straightforward, and they are usually asked for with a licence application.

HMO floor plans near Keele

Newcastle-under-Lyme 2.1 miles
Stoke-on-Trent 4.2 miles
Burslem 4.7 miles
Hanley 4.9 miles
Fenton 5 miles
Tunstall 5.5 miles

HMO floor plans in Keele: common questions

What happens if I let an unlicensed HMO in Keele?

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 Keele needs a licence, apply as soon as possible.

How long does an HMO licence last?

A licence can last up to five years. Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council may grant a shorter licence, for example where it has concerns about the property or the management.

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.

Do HMOs in Keele 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.