If the property is in Castle Bromwich, the council that matters is Solihull Council. We look up its current schemes for the address and note any conditions it usually attaches to licences.
We'll tell you plainly if a house in Castle Bromwich isn't suited to the arrangement you have in mind, and what it would take to make it work.
HMO rules in Solihull Council
| Rule | Solihull 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 | Proposed The council is exploring a direction for smaller HMOs; none in force when checked |
Checked October 2026 against Solihull Council's HMO licensing page. Schemes change, so we confirm the position for your address before any work starts.
Solihull Council has said it is exploring an Article 4 direction for smaller HMOs. None was in force when we checked. Seven or more occupants always needs planning permission. We couldn't confirm whether Solihull Council runs additional licensing, so we check with the council for the address.
Our HMO property sourcing service in Castle Bromwich
We source houses suited to HMO use in Castle Bromwich and across the West Midlands, 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 Castle Bromwich 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.
- Comparable room lets checked per property
- Layout, condition and guide works cost reviewed
- Room sizes measured against national minimums
- Houses checked for Article 4 and planning use first
- Licensing position checked for each address