If the property is in Market Drayton, the council that matters is Shropshire Council. We look up its current schemes for the address, note any conditions it usually attaches, and plan the work to suit.
Because we also manage and maintain HMOs, we design with day-to-day running in mind: hard-wearing finishes, sensible storage and layouts that keep shared spaces usable.
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 Market Drayton
Planning for an HMO in Market Drayton 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 Market Drayton 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.
- Existing and proposed floor plans and site plans
- Lawful development certificate applications with dated evidence
- Check of lawful use, Article 4 and local HMO policies
- Advice on Class L, C4 and sui generis routes
- Planning statement covering concentration, amenity, parking and bins
HMO planning and Article 4 near Market Drayton
- Whitchurch 9.1 miles
- Newport 9.5 miles
- Keele 10.8 miles
- Newcastle-under-Lyme 12.9 miles
- Stone 14 miles
- Wellington 14.2 miles