A shared house in Burntwood has to work for the council, the people who live there and the owner's figures. We look at all three before we agree terms.
Our team is based in Great Barr, Birmingham, about 8 miles from Burntwood, which keeps inspections and property visits easy to arrange.
HMO rules in Lichfield District Council
| Rule | Lichfield District 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 Lichfield District Council's HMO licensing page. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.
We couldn't confirm Lichfield District 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 Lichfield District Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.
How we handle HMO property sourcing work in Burntwood
We source houses suited to HMO use in Burntwood and across Staffordshire, 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 Burntwood 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.
- Houses checked for Article 4 and planning use first
- Room sizes measured against national minimums
- Licensing position checked for each address
- Layout, condition and guide works cost reviewed
- Comparable room lets checked per property
HMO property sourcing near Burntwood
- Brownhills 3.3 miles
- Hednesford 3.6 miles
- Lichfield 4.3 miles
- Cannock 4.4 miles
- Aldridge 5.2 miles
- Bloxwich 5.4 miles