HMO floor plans in Knowle

For landlords in Knowle, our HMO floor plan service turns the council's requirements into a clear list of documents, works and dates.

We work in Knowle for landlords, investors and owners converting their own property.

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HMO projects in Knowle are shaped by the rules of Solihull Council. Before we price anything, we check whether the address falls within an additional licensing scheme or an Article 4 direction, because both change what the house needs and how long it takes.

We'll tell you plainly if a house in Knowle isn't suited to the number of rooms you have in mind, and what it would take to make it work.

HMO rules in Solihull Council

Rule	Solihull 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 exploring a direction for smaller HMOs; none in force when checked

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

Solihull Council has said it is exploring an Article 4 direction for smaller HMOs. None was in force when we checked. Seven or more occupants always needs planning permission. We couldn't confirm whether Solihull Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.

HMO floor plans in Knowle: what we do

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

Floor areas in square metres, with 1.5 m ceiling exclusions
Plans supplied as PDF in your council's usual format
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

HMO floor plans near Knowle

Solihull 2.9 miles
Shirley 4.1 miles
Sheldon 5.4 miles
Hall Green 5.5 miles
Acocks Green 5.7 miles
Tile Hill 6.3 miles

Questions about HMO floor plan in Knowle

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

Only if Solihull 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.

Do HMOs in Knowle 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.

Can you fix the issues a council inspection found?

Yes. We price the works on the inspection report, carry them out and provide the evidence the council asks for.

How long does an HMO licence last?

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