HMO licence applications in Grantham

Need help with HMO licence application in Grantham? We check the rules that apply at the address and prepare what South Kesteven District Council asks for.

We cover Grantham and the surrounding Lincolnshire postcodes, including NG31.

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HMO projects in Grantham are shaped by the rules of South Kesteven District Council. Before we price anything, we check whether the address falls within an additional licensing scheme or an Article 4 direction, because both change what the house needs and how long it takes.

Work is carried out by S&K and vetted subcontractors working under S&K's supervision, so you contract with one company for the whole project.

HMO rules in South Kesteven District Council

Rule	South Kesteven 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 Kesteven 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 Kesteven District Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.

How we handle HMO licence application work in Grantham

Licensing rules for shared houses in Grantham 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 Grantham and across Lincolnshire, 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.

Gas, electrical, alarm and lighting certificates collated
Council application form completed and checked
Help with draft conditions, renewals and variations
Licence holder, manager and fit and proper details prepared
Measured floor plan in the council's usual format

HMO licence applications near Grantham

Sleaford 11.4 miles
Newark-on-Trent 12.4 miles
Melton Mowbray 14.3 miles
Bourne 14.7 miles
Oakham 17.3 miles
North Hykeham 18.9 miles

What landlords in Grantham ask us

Can you fix the issues a council inspection found?

Yes. We price the works on the inspection report, carry them out and provide the evidence the council asks for.

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

Only if South Kesteven District Council runs an additional licensing scheme covering the address. Mandatory licensing starts at five or more people. We confirm the position with the council for the address.

How long does an HMO licence last?

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

Do HMOs in Grantham 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.