Running an HMO in Melton Mowbray means keeping Melton Borough Council's licence conditions, the management regulations and the tenancy rules in step. We keep those together in one compliance diary.
Terms for management, tenant-find or guaranteed rent are agreed in writing for each property before you instruct us.
HMO rules in Melton Borough Council
| Rule | Melton Borough 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 | Not confirmed |
Checked October 2026. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.
We couldn't confirm Melton 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. We couldn't confirm whether Melton Borough Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.
How we handle HMO guaranteed rent work in Melton Mowbray
We offer guaranteed rent leases on suitable shared houses in Melton Mowbray and elsewhere in Leicestershire. Before making an offer we survey the house, measure the rooms and check the local council's licensing and planning position for the address, because those decide how many people can lawfully live there.
Owners in Melton Mowbray who lease to any operator should check the licence, certificates and tenancy paperwork, because licensing offences and rent repayment orders can reach superior landlords since 1 May 2026. Have the lease reviewed by your own solicitor before you sign.
- Repair responsibilities set out clearly in the lease
- Inspections with written reports to the owner
- Licence and certificate records shared with you
- Lease of the whole house for a fixed monthly rent
- Draft lease supplied for your own solicitor to review
HMO guaranteed rent near Melton Mowbray
- Oakham 9.4 miles
- Syston 9.4 miles
- Stoneygate 11.7 miles
- Humberstone 11.7 miles
- Birstall 11.8 miles
- Belgrave 12.5 miles
