Boston Borough Council is the licensing and planning authority for Boston. We check its rules for the exact street before we draw a single partition.
We can keep a photographic record of each stage, which is useful evidence when the council inspects or a buyer's surveyor asks questions later.
HMO rules in Boston Borough Council
| Rule | Boston 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 | Not confirmed |
Checked October 2026. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.
We couldn't confirm Boston Borough 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 Boston Borough Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.
HMO planning and Article 4 for Boston landlords
Planning for an HMO in Boston 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 Boston and the rest of Lincolnshire, 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.
- Existing and proposed floor plans and site plans
- Advice on Class L, C4 and sui generis routes
- Planning statement covering concentration, amenity, parking and bins
- Lawful development certificate applications with dated evidence
- Check of lawful use, Article 4 and local HMO policies