HMO planning and Article 4 in Burton upon Trent

We handle HMO planning permission work for HMOs in Burton upon Trent and the rest of Staffordshire, checking each requirement against East Staffordshire Borough Council's current rules.

Whether the house in Burton upon Trent is empty, let or mid-purchase, we can start with the survey.

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Landlords in Burton upon Trent deal with East Staffordshire Borough 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.

We cover DE14 and the neighbouring postcodes, with the same standards in Burton upon Trent as anywhere else in Staffordshire.

HMO rules in East Staffordshire Borough Council

Rule	East Staffordshire Borough Council
Mandatory HMO licence (5+ people)	In force everywhere in England
Additional HMO licensing	None found
Selective licensing	In part of the area Parts of Burton until 11 September 2027. A new scheme for 16 Burton streets runs 1 January 2027 to 31 December 2031
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 East Staffordshire 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 found no additional licensing scheme in force in East Staffordshire Borough Council, so the mandatory licence for five or more people is the main one to plan for.

How we handle HMO planning permission work in Burton upon Trent

Planning for an HMO in Burton upon Trent 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 Burton upon Trent and the rest of Staffordshire, 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
Existing and proposed floor plans and site plans
Submission and liaison with the planning officer
Lawful development certificate applications with dated evidence
Check of lawful use, Article 4 and local HMO policies

HMO planning and Article 4 near Burton upon Trent

Swadlincote 4.2 miles
Mickleover 7.9 miles
Littleover 8.9 miles
Ashby-de-la-Zouch 8.9 miles
Derby 10.6 miles
Alvaston 10.9 miles

Questions about HMO planning permission in Burton upon Trent

Can you fix the issues a council inspection found?

Yes. We price the works on the inspection report, carry them out and provide the evidence the council asks for.

Who issues HMO licences in Burton upon Trent?

East Staffordshire Borough Council is the licensing authority for Burton upon Trent. We prepare the application and supporting documents, and the council decides whether to grant the licence and on what conditions.

How long does an HMO licence last?

A licence can last up to five years. East Staffordshire Borough Council may grant a shorter licence, for example where it has concerns about the property or the management.

Do I need a licence for a three or four person HMO in Burton upon Trent?

Not under a council scheme we could find when we checked. Mandatory licensing starts at five people, and councils can add schemes, so we confirm with East Staffordshire Borough Council before you let.