HMO planning and Article 4 in Ludlow

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

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Most of the cost and risk in an HMO is decided at the design stage. In Ludlow we start by measuring every room and checking Shropshire Council's position on licensing and planning, then build the specification around it.

We cover SY8 and the neighbouring postcodes, with the same standards in Ludlow as anywhere else in Shropshire.

HMO rules in Shropshire Council

Rule	Shropshire 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 against Shropshire Council's HMO licensing page. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.

We couldn't confirm Shropshire 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 Shropshire Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.

Our HMO planning permission service in Ludlow

Planning for an HMO in Ludlow 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 Ludlow and the rest of Shropshire, 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.

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

HMO planning and Article 4 near Ludlow

Leominster 10.3 miles
Bromyard 15.4 miles
Bridgnorth 16.7 miles
Bewdley 16.7 miles
Stourport-on-Severn 18.9 miles
Kidderminster 19.6 miles

Questions about HMO planning permission in Ludlow

Who issues HMO licences in Ludlow?

Shropshire Council is the licensing authority for Ludlow. 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.

Do HMOs in Ludlow 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.

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