HMO floor plans in Tipton

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

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

  • Designed around Sandwell Council's HMO standards
  • Free survey and fixed written quote
  • Covering Tipton and nearby West Midlands towns

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If the property is in Tipton, the council that matters is Sandwell Council. We look up its current schemes for the address, note any conditions it usually attaches, and plan the work to suit.

Because we also manage and maintain HMOs, we design with day-to-day running in mind: hard-wearing finishes, sensible storage and layouts that keep shared spaces usable.

HMO rules in Sandwell Council

RuleSandwell Council
Mandatory HMO licence (5+ people)In force everywhere in England
Additional HMO licensingIn force
Whole borough, 1 October 2024 to 30 September 2029
Selective licensingNone found
Article 4 direction for small HMOsProposed
Cabinet approved an immediate borough-wide direction on 14 October 2026; not confirmed as in force when checked

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

Sandwell Council's cabinet approved an immediate borough-wide Article 4 direction on 14 October 2026. We could not confirm whether it has been made, so we check with the council before any change of use. Seven or more occupants always needs planning permission. Sandwell Council also runs additional licensing across its whole area (until 30 September 2029), so smaller HMOs with three or four people from two or more households need a licence too.

HMO floor plans in Tipton: what we do

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

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

HMO floor plans near Tipton

What landlords in Tipton ask us

How long does an HMO licence last?

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

What happens if I let an unlicensed HMO in Tipton?

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 Tipton needs a licence, apply as soon as possible.

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.

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

Yes. Sandwell Council runs additional licensing across its whole area, so a three or four person HMO in Tipton with two or more households needs a licence. Mandatory licensing covers five or more people.

Planning an HMO in Tipton?

Book a free survey. We measure every room, check Sandwell Council's rules and give you a fixed written quote.

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