HMO licence applications in Knowle

We handle HMO licence application work for HMOs in Knowle and the rest of the West Midlands, checking each requirement against Solihull Council's current rules.

Every job in Knowle starts with a measured survey and a check of Solihull Council's current HMO rules.

Work by S&K and vetted subcontractors

Quotes itemised so you can compare

Covering Knowle and nearby West Midlands towns

Get a quote for Knowle

Tell us about the property. We reply within one working day.

An HMO in Knowle has to work for three audiences: the council, the people who live there and the owner's figures. We design with all three in mind and price the result in writing.

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 Solihull Council

Rule	Solihull 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	Proposed The council is exploring a direction for smaller HMOs; none in force when checked

Checked October 2026 against Solihull Council's HMO licensing page. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.

Solihull Council has said it is exploring an Article 4 direction for smaller HMOs. None was in force when we checked. Seven or more occupants always needs planning permission. We couldn't confirm whether Solihull Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.

HMO licence applications for Knowle landlords

Licensing rules for shared houses in Knowle 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 Knowle and across the West Midlands, 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.

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

HMO licence applications near Knowle

Solihull 2.9 miles
Shirley 4.1 miles
Sheldon 5.4 miles
Hall Green 5.5 miles
Acocks Green 5.7 miles
Tile Hill 6.3 miles

HMO licence applications in Knowle: common questions

Who issues HMO licences in Knowle?

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

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.

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 Solihull 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 Solihull Council's current list for your application.