If the property is in Chesterfield, the council that matters is Chesterfield Borough Council. We look up its current schemes for the address and note any conditions it usually attaches to licences.
Our team is based in Great Barr, Birmingham, about 51 miles from Chesterfield, which keeps inspections and property visits easy to arrange.
HMO rules in Chesterfield Borough Council
| Rule | Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield Borough Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.
How we handle HMO property sourcing work in Chesterfield
We source houses suited to HMO use in Chesterfield and across Derbyshire, checking each one for Article 4, licensing, room sizes, layout and condition before we put it forward. You receive the checks in writing, with comparable room lets found for that property.
Sourcing in Chesterfield is carried out under written terms, with identity and anti-money-laundering checks before we act. We never hold or pool investors' money and we don't give financial advice, so take regulated advice before you commit to a purchase.
- Written terms and identity checks before we act
- Room sizes measured against national minimums
- Comparable room lets checked per property
- Houses checked for Article 4 and planning use first
- Layout, condition and guide works cost reviewed
HMO property sourcing near Chesterfield
- Dronfield 4.5 miles
- Clay Cross 5.3 miles
- Bolsover 5.8 miles
- Matlock 8.8 miles
- Shirebrook 9.4 miles
- Alfreton 10.2 miles