HMO licence applications in Cannock

Midlands HMO supports HMO landlords in Cannock with HMO licence application, from measured plans and certificates to the works that close any gaps.

Our base in Great Barr is about 10 miles from Cannock, so surveys and site visits are straightforward to arrange.

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Covering Cannock and nearby Staffordshire towns

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Cannock Chase District Council is the licensing and planning authority for Cannock. We check its rules for the exact street before we draw a single partition.

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 Cannock Chase District Council

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

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

How we handle HMO licence application work in Cannock

Licensing rules for shared houses in Cannock 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 Cannock and across Staffordshire, 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
Help with draft conditions, renewals and variations
Gas, electrical, alarm and lighting certificates collated
Measured floor plan in the council's usual format
Licence holder, manager and fit and proper details prepared

HMO licence applications near Cannock

Hednesford 1.9 miles
Penkridge 4.3 miles
Burntwood 4.4 miles
Bloxwich 5.1 miles
Brownhills 5.7 miles
Rugeley 6.2 miles

What landlords in Cannock 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.

Who issues HMO licences in Cannock?

Cannock Chase District Council is the licensing authority for Cannock. We prepare the application and supporting documents, and the council decides whether to grant the licence and on what conditions.

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

Only if Cannock Chase 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.

What happens if I let an unlicensed HMO in Cannock?

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 Cannock needs a licence, apply as soon as possible.