HMO floor plans in Tamworth

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

Tell us about the property in Tamworth and we'll arrange a free survey at a time that suits you.

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Tamworth sits within Tamworth Borough Council, which sets its own HMO standards for room sizes, kitchens and bathrooms. Our designs start from those standards, so the layout we price is designed to meet the council's licensing requirements.

Our team is based in Great Barr, Birmingham, about 11 miles from Tamworth. That keeps survey visits, site meetings and follow-up inspections easy to arrange.

HMO rules in Tamworth Borough Council

Rule	Tamworth Borough Council
Mandatory HMO licence (5+ people)	In force everywhere in England
Additional HMO licensing	Proposed Consultation on licensing three and four person HMOs closed 20 August 2026; no decision found
Selective licensing	Not confirmed
Article 4 direction for small HMOs	Not confirmed

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

We couldn't confirm Tamworth 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. Tamworth Borough Council has consulted on licensing three and four person HMOs, with no decision found when we checked.

Our HMO floor plan service in Tamworth

Licence applications for HMOs in Tamworth 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 Tamworth, 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
Escape routes, final exits and shared amenities marked
Fire doors, detectors, alarm panel and emergency lighting shown
Plans supplied as PDF in your council's usual format

HMO floor plans near Tamworth

Lichfield 6.3 miles
Sutton Coldfield 7.2 miles
Atherstone 7.4 miles
Erdington 8.6 miles
Coleshill 9.3 miles
Aldridge 9.5 miles

HMO floor plans in Tamworth: common questions

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 Tamworth 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 Tamworth?

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 Tamworth needs a licence, apply as soon as possible.

Who issues HMO licences in Tamworth?

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