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Guidance on the recent change to how Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) are valued for Council Tax in England.
Form and guidance notes for submitting a proposal against the Council Tax band of an HMO property.
Get a licence to rent out your property as a house in multiple occupation (HMO) in England or Wales - local authority, private renting, landlords, houseshare
Form HMO: Applications relating to licensing of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and selective licensing.
Get a licence to rent out your property as a house in multiple occupation (HMO) in Northern Ireland - local authority, private renting, landlords, house share.
Guidance for local housing authorities on extending mandatory licensing of houses in multiple occupation.
Get a licence to rent out your property as a house in multiple occupation in Scotland (HMO) - local authority, private renting, landlords, houseshare
Use this template to send information about houses in multiple occupation if you receive a statutory notice from HMRC.
A consultation on the council tax valuation of Houses in Multiple Occupation, including the government’s proposal of possible changes.
The checks councils are required to carry out on a sponsor's home. Includes how two-tier councils conduct checks, and guest support needs.
The draft guidance provides a guide to the provisions in Part 2, 3 and 4 of the Housing Act 2004. It explains the definition of a House in Multiple…
This letter provides information for local authorities on council tax.
Options for extending the scope of mandatory licensing of houses in multiple occupation and proposals to streamline the licensing process.
The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) explains how domestic properties are valued for Council Tax bands.
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