HMO floor plans in Yardley

Midlands HMO supports HMO landlords in Yardley with HMO floor plan, from measured plans and certificates to the works that close any gaps.

Work in Yardley is surveyed, designed and managed by the same team, with one point of contact from first call to handover.

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Designed around Birmingham City Council's HMO standards

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An HMO in Yardley has to work for three audiences: the council, the people who live there and the owner's figures. We design with all three in mind and price the result in writing.

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

HMO rules in Birmingham City Council

Rule	Birmingham City Council
Mandatory HMO licence (5+ people)	In force everywhere in England
Additional HMO licensing	In force Whole city, 5 June 2023 to 4 June 2028
Selective licensing	In part of the area 25 of the city's 69 wards, 5 June 2023 to 4 June 2028
Article 4 direction for small HMOs	In force Whole city, in force since 8 June 2020

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

Birmingham City Council has an Article 4 direction across its whole area, so turning a family house in Yardley 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. Birmingham City Council also runs additional licensing across its whole area (until 4 June 2028), so smaller HMOs with three or four people from two or more households need a licence too.

HMO floor plans in Yardley: what we do

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

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

HMO floor plans near Yardley

Sheldon 1.4 miles
Acocks Green 1.6 miles
Saltley 2.7 miles
Castle Bromwich 2.7 miles
Birmingham 2.8 miles
Hall Green 3.1 miles

HMO floor plans in Yardley: common questions

How long does an HMO licence last?

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

What documents does Birmingham City Council ask for with an HMO licence?

Councils usually ask for floor plans showing room sizes and fire safety features, gas and electrical safety certificates, and fire alarm and emergency lighting certificates. We check Birmingham City Council's current list for your application.

What happens if I let an unlicensed HMO in Yardley?

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 Yardley needs a licence, apply as soon as possible.

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

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