HMO planning and Article 4 in Long Eaton

Midlands HMO supports HMO landlords in Long Eaton with HMO planning permission, from measured plans and certificates to the works that close any gaps.

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

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Erewash Borough Council is the licensing and planning authority for Long Eaton. We check its rules for the exact street before we draw a single partition.

We cover NG10 and the neighbouring postcodes, with the same standards in Long Eaton as anywhere else in Derbyshire.

HMO rules in Erewash Borough Council

Rule	Erewash Borough 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	Due to start Due to start 6 March 2027: Ilkeston, most of Long Eaton and parts of Sandiacre and Sawley

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

Erewash Borough Council has confirmed an Article 4 direction covering Ilkeston, most of Long Eaton and parts of Sandiacre and Sawley, due to start on 6 March 2027. Whether a house in Long Eaton is inside the boundary is something we check for the exact address. Seven or more occupants always needs planning permission. We couldn't confirm whether Erewash Borough Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.

HMO planning and Article 4 in Long Eaton: what we do

Planning for an HMO in Long Eaton starts with three questions: what the current lawful use is, whether an Article 4 direction covers the street, and what local policy says about the concentration of shared houses. We answer all three before you spend money on design.

For landlords and investors in Long Eaton and the rest of Derbyshire, we prepare planning applications and lawful development certificates, with the plans and evidence councils commonly ask for. We also explain where licensing and building regulations need a separate approval.

Lawful development certificate applications with dated evidence
Planning statement covering concentration, amenity, parking and bins
Check of lawful use, Article 4 and local HMO policies
Advice on Class L, C4 and sui generis routes
Existing and proposed floor plans and site plans

HMO planning and Article 4 near Long Eaton

Stapleford 2.3 miles
Beeston 2.6 miles
Clifton 3.7 miles
Lenton 5 miles
Bilborough 5.2 miles
Ilkeston 5.2 miles

HMO planning and Article 4 in Long Eaton: common questions

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

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

Only if Erewash Borough 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.

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 HMOs in Long Eaton 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.