If the property is in Swadlincote, the council that matters is South Derbyshire District 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 South Derbyshire District Council
| Rule | South Derbyshire 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. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.
We couldn't confirm South Derbyshire 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 South Derbyshire District Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.
How we handle HMO licence application work in Swadlincote
Licensing rules for shared houses in Swadlincote 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 Swadlincote 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.
- Check of mandatory, additional and selective licensing at the address
- Gas, electrical, alarm and lighting certificates collated
- Council application form completed and checked
- Measured floor plan in the council's usual format
- Licence holder, manager and fit and proper details prepared
HMO licence applications near Swadlincote
- Burton upon Trent 4.2 miles
- Ashby-de-la-Zouch 4.7 miles
- Coalville 8.6 miles
- Mickleover 9.1 miles
- Littleover 9.3 miles
- Alvaston 9.9 miles