Licence holders and managing agents of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) need to ensure that they manage these properties in accordance with the HMO Management Regulations. It is an offence not to do so and may prejudice a landlord’s or a managing agent’s fitness to be named on the HMO licence.
The council has taken formal action against a number of landlords and managing agents in relation to breaches of management regulations. Landlords and agents are strongly advised to enter into written contracts with one another regarding management arrangements which clearly define the roles and responsibilities of both parties.
The file you can download from this screen is for guidance purposes only. It is a summary only of the regulations. If you are unsure of your obligations it is recommended you seek independent legal advice.