What is a HMO Licence?
If more than two unrelated people rent in the same house the property is classified as a house in multiple occupation (HMO). If the property has five or more bedrooms and is on three or more floors it has to be licensed with the local Council and has to meet certain safety requirements. The HMO certificate should be on display in the property but if you want confirmation that the property is registered you should call your local Council.