HMO licence applications in Stratford-upon-Avon

Our HMO licence application service in Stratford-upon-Avon starts with the council's requirements for that address, not a generic checklist.

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HMO projects in Stratford-upon-Avon are shaped by the rules of Stratford-on-Avon 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.

Our team is based in Great Barr, Birmingham, about 27 miles from Stratford-upon-Avon. That keeps survey visits, site meetings and follow-up inspections easy to arrange.

HMO rules in Stratford-on-Avon District Council

Rule	Stratford-on-Avon 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 Stratford-on-Avon 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 Stratford-on-Avon District Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.

Our HMO licence application service in Stratford-upon-Avon

Licensing rules for shared houses in Stratford-upon-Avon 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 Stratford-upon-Avon and across Warwickshire, 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
Measured floor plan in the council's usual format
Help with draft conditions, renewals and variations
Licence holder, manager and fit and proper details prepared

HMO licence applications near Stratford-upon-Avon

Warwick 8.2 miles
Leamington Spa 10.5 miles
Kenilworth 11.8 miles
Evesham 12.3 miles
Redditch 12.8 miles
Knowle 13.3 miles

Questions about HMO licence application in Stratford-upon-Avon

Who issues HMO licences in Stratford-upon-Avon?

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

What documents does Stratford-on-Avon District 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 Stratford-on-Avon District 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.

Do I need a licence for a three or four person HMO in Stratford-upon-Avon?

Only if Stratford-on-Avon 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.