HMO licence applications in Sedgley

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

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Landlords in Sedgley deal with Dudley 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.

Our team is based in Great Barr, Birmingham, about 9 miles from Sedgley. That keeps survey visits, site meetings and follow-up inspections easy to arrange.

HMO rules in Dudley Council

Rule	Dudley 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	In force Whole borough, since 15 September 2023

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

Dudley Council has an Article 4 direction across its whole area, so turning a family house in Sedgley into a small HMO needs planning permission. We check the planning history of the address as part of any licence work. Seven or more occupants always needs planning permission. We couldn't confirm whether Dudley Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.

HMO licence applications for Sedgley landlords

Licensing rules for shared houses in Sedgley 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 Sedgley 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.

Licence holder, manager and fit and proper details prepared
Gas, electrical, alarm and lighting certificates collated
Check of mandatory, additional and selective licensing at the address
Help with draft conditions, renewals and variations
Measured floor plan in the council's usual format

HMO licence applications near Sedgley

Penn 1.7 miles
Tipton 2.4 miles
Wombourne 2.6 miles
Bilston 2.9 miles
Dudley 3.3 miles
Kingswinford 3.6 miles

What landlords in Sedgley ask us

What documents does Dudley 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 Dudley Council's current list for your application.

Do HMOs in Sedgley 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 Sedgley?

Only if Dudley 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 Sedgley?

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 Sedgley needs a licence, apply as soon as possible.