HMO floor plans in Kingswinford

Midlands HMO provides HMO floor plan support in Kingswinford: we work out what Dudley Council needs, gather the evidence and help you keep the house compliant.

From Kingswinford to the rest of the West Midlands, quotes are fixed for the agreed specification.

Work by S&K and vetted subcontractors

Quotes itemised so you can compare

Free survey and fixed written quote

Ask about a house in Kingswinford

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

Shared houses in Kingswinford need to satisfy Dudley Council's licensing team as well as building regulations. We plan for both from the first survey, which avoids rework later.

You get one point of contact for the whole job, a fixed price for the agreed specification and a written programme showing when each stage happens.

HMO rules in Dudley Council

Rule	Dudley 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	In force Whole borough, since 15 September 2023

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

Dudley Council has an Article 4 direction across its whole area, so turning a family house in Kingswinford into a small HMO needs planning permission. We check the planning history of the address as part of any licence work. Seven or more occupants always needs planning permission. We couldn't confirm whether Dudley Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.

HMO floor plans in Kingswinford: what we do

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

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
Room use and intended occupancy marked for each bedroom
On-site measurement of every room and floor

HMO floor plans near Kingswinford

Wolverhampton under a mile
Brierley Hill 2.3 miles
Wombourne 2.5 miles
Stourbridge 3.1 miles
Dudley 3.6 miles
Sedgley 3.6 miles

Questions about HMO floor plan in Kingswinford

Who issues HMO licences in Kingswinford?

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

What happens if I let an unlicensed HMO in Kingswinford?

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 Kingswinford needs a licence, apply as soon as possible.

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

Only if Dudley 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.

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.