If the property is in Malvern, the council that matters is Malvern Hills District Council. We look up its current schemes for the address and note any conditions it usually attaches to licences.
Our team is based in Great Barr, Birmingham, about 35 miles from Malvern, which keeps inspections and property visits easy to arrange.
HMO rules in Malvern Hills District Council
| Rule | Malvern Hills District 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 against Malvern Hills District Council's HMO licensing page. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.
We couldn't confirm Malvern Hills District 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 Malvern Hills District Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.
HMO guaranteed rent for Malvern landlords
We offer guaranteed rent leases on suitable shared houses in Malvern and elsewhere in Worcestershire. 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 Malvern 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.
- Inspections with written reports to the owner
- Repair responsibilities set out clearly in the lease
- Lease of the whole house for a fixed monthly rent
- Licence and certificate records shared with you
- Draft lease supplied for your own solicitor to review