Running an HMO in Solihull means keeping Solihull Council's licence conditions, the management regulations and the tenancy rules in step. We keep those together in one compliance diary.
Our team is based in Great Barr, Birmingham, about 12 miles from Solihull, which keeps inspections and property visits easy to arrange.
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.
Room lets and tenant find in Solihull: what we do
We let HMO rooms in Solihull for owners who manage their own houses, from a single room to every room as it falls vacant. Each advert shows the asking rent, and each applicant is referenced and checked in the same way before any paperwork is signed.
Room lets in Solihull follow the same national rules as anywhere in England: assured periodic tenancies, no bidding, no blanket bans and limits on rent in advance. Where the house needs an HMO licence, we check the licence conditions on occupancy before letting each room.
- Room adverts with photos and the asking rent shown
- Enquiries handled and viewings carried out
- Option to move to full management later
- Referencing and Right to Rent checks where required
- Photo inventory and alarm check on move-in day
Room lets and tenant find near Solihull
- Shirley 1.6 miles
- Acocks Green 2.7 miles
- Hall Green 2.8 miles
- Sheldon 2.9 miles
- Knowle 2.9 miles
- Yardley 3.8 miles