HMO licence applications in Whitchurch

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

Whether the house in Whitchurch is empty, let or mid-purchase, we can start with the survey.

Covering Whitchurch and nearby Shropshire towns

Designed around Shropshire Council's HMO standards

Work by S&K and vetted subcontractors

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Landlords in Whitchurch deal with Shropshire Council for licensing, planning and housing standards. We keep those three in view together, so a layout that suits the licence also works for planning and building control.

Quotes list each item of work, so you can see where the money goes and compare like for like.

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 Whitchurch landlords

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

HMO licence applications near Whitchurch

Market Drayton 9.1 miles
Keele 16.7 miles
Oswestry 17.1 miles
Newport 17.8 miles
Shrewsbury 18 miles
Newcastle-under-Lyme 18.7 miles

What landlords in Whitchurch 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.

What documents does Shropshire Council ask for with an HMO licence?

Councils usually ask for floor plans showing room sizes and fire safety features, gas and electrical safety certificates, and fire alarm and emergency lighting certificates. We check Shropshire Council's current list for your application.

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.

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.