HMO licence applications in Ilkeston

Midlands HMO provides HMO licence application support in Ilkeston: we work out what Erewash Borough Council needs, gather the evidence and help you keep the house compliant.

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

Covering Ilkeston and nearby Derbyshire towns

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Shared houses in Ilkeston need to satisfy Erewash Borough Council's licensing team as well as building regulations. We plan for both from the first survey, which avoids rework later.

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 Erewash Borough Council

Rule	Erewash 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	Due to start Due to start 6 March 2027: Ilkeston, most of Long Eaton and parts of Sandiacre and Sawley

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

Erewash Borough Council has confirmed an Article 4 direction covering Ilkeston, most of Long Eaton and parts of Sandiacre and Sawley, due to start on 6 March 2027. From then, turning a family house in Ilkeston into a small HMO will need planning permission, so we check your programme against that date. Seven or more occupants always needs planning permission. We couldn't confirm whether Erewash Borough Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.

Our HMO licence application service in Ilkeston

Licensing rules for shared houses in Ilkeston depend on the exact address. Mandatory licensing applies to every HMO with 5 or more occupiers, but additional or selective schemes can bring smaller houses into licensing too. We check which applies before preparing anything, so the application matches the scheme.

For landlords in Ilkeston and across Derbyshire, we prepare the floor plan, collect the certificates and complete the council's form. We follow the application through to a decision, help with any draft conditions and keep a note of the renewal date.

Licence holder, manager and fit and proper details prepared
Gas, electrical, alarm and lighting certificates collated
Help with draft conditions, renewals and variations
Council application form completed and checked
Check of mandatory, additional and selective licensing at the address

HMO licence applications near Ilkeston

Eastwood 2.1 miles
Stapleford 3.1 miles
Heanor 3.5 miles
Bilborough 4 miles
Bulwell 5.1 miles
Basford 5.1 miles

Questions about HMO licence application in Ilkeston

Do HMOs in Ilkeston 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.

How often are electrical checks needed in an HMO?

Private tenancies in England need an electrical installation condition report before the tenancy starts and at least every five years, and gas appliances need a safety check by a Gas Safe registered engineer every 12 months.

What happens if I let an unlicensed HMO in Ilkeston?

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 Ilkeston needs a licence, apply as soon as possible.

Who issues HMO licences in Ilkeston?

Erewash Borough Council is the licensing authority for Ilkeston. We prepare the application and supporting documents, and the council decides whether to grant the licence and on what conditions.