HMO Planning and Licence Applications

Professional HMO Consultancy & Licensing Support From initial feasibility studies to full licensing submissions, we provide expert guidance for landlords,developers, and property investors.

We are a UK-based HMO consultancy specialising in planning, architectural design, and compliance for
Houses in Multiple Occupation. Our team combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of local authority requirements to deliver fully compliant, efficient HMO projects.

Our Services

1. HMO Feasibility & Licensing Advice
Understand HMO classification, licensing zones, and conversion potential.
2. HMO Planning Applications
We prepare and submit planning applications, including change of use and certificate of lawfulness.
3. HMO Design & Drawings
Professional floor plans, fire escape layouts, and compliance drawings tailored to local authority standards.
4. Building Regulations & Fire Safety
Full compliance documentation for Building Control and Fire Risk Assessments.

Experienced team with successful HMO approvals across the UK.
End-to-end support from survey to submission.
Fast turnaround and transparent pricing.

Our Process
1. Free initial appraisal
2. Site survey & asset search
3. Design & drawings
4. Application preparation
5. Submission & liaison
6. Agreement & delivery
Typical timeframe: 4‒8 weeks from submission to approval.

Use Class Definition

C3 Dwellinghouse
C3(a) Use by a single person or family and in limited other circumstances (as defined in Housing Act above and related legislation)
C3 (b) Up to 6 people living together as single household and receiving care
C3 (c) Up to 6 people living together as single household that don’t fall into C4 (e.g. small religious community, home owner + up to two lodgers)
C4 Small HMO Shared house occupied by 3 – 6 unrelated individuals sharing basic amenities
Sui generis i.e. a class of its own Large HMO (more than 6 unrelated people living together)

Apex Design and Construction Management Ltd