HMO licence applications in Ludlow

For landlords in Ludlow, our HMO licence application service turns the council's requirements into a clear list of documents, works and dates.

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HMO projects in Ludlow are shaped by the rules of Shropshire 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.

We can keep a photographic record of each stage, which is useful evidence when the council inspects or a buyer's surveyor asks questions later.

HMO rules in Shropshire Council

Rule	Shropshire 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 Shropshire Council's HMO licensing page. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.

We couldn't confirm Shropshire 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 Shropshire Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.

HMO licence applications for Ludlow landlords

Licensing rules for shared houses in Ludlow 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 Ludlow and across Shropshire, 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
Measured floor plan in the council's usual format
Gas, electrical, alarm and lighting certificates collated
Check of mandatory, additional and selective licensing at the address
Help with draft conditions, renewals and variations

HMO licence applications near Ludlow

Leominster 10.3 miles
Bromyard 15.4 miles
Bridgnorth 16.7 miles
Bewdley 16.7 miles
Stourport-on-Severn 18.9 miles
Kidderminster 19.6 miles

HMO licence applications in Ludlow: common questions

How long does an HMO licence last?

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

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.

Do HMOs in Ludlow 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.

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

Only if Shropshire 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.