Shared houses in Solihull need to satisfy Solihull Council's licensing team as well as building regulations. We plan for both from the first survey, which avoids rework later.
Because we also manage and maintain HMOs, we design with day-to-day running in mind: hard-wearing finishes, sensible storage and layouts that keep shared spaces usable.
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.
How we handle large HMO conversion work in Solihull
For larger houses and buildings in Solihull, we assess whether an HMO for seven or more people is realistic before any design money is spent. That means checking local planning policy, the structure, the escape routes and how many kitchens and bathrooms the occupancy would need.
If the scheme works, we prepare the planning drawings, agree the fire strategy with building control and build floor by floor. It suits bigger properties in Solihull and across the West Midlands where a six-bedroom layout would leave usable space empty.
- Floor-by-floor build programme with building control inspections
- Feasibility check of the building, layout and planning policy
- Planning drawings and room schedule for the application
- Kitchens and bathrooms sized to council amenity standards
- Handover file prepared for the mandatory licence
Large HMO conversions 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