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Article 4 Direction - Houses in Multiple Occupation
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/planning/houses-in-multiple-occupation-article-4-directionThe council has made an Article 4 Direction relating to houses in multiple occupation, this came into force 14 October 2019.
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Landlord Licensing
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/housing/landlord-licencesTo rent out properties in Doncaster you may need a licence. The license you need will depend on the location, type, size and number of people living in the property.
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Managing houses in multiple occupation
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/housing/managing-houses-in-multiple-occupationHouses in Multiple Occupation regulations place a duty on the manager of the property to provide and maintain good living conditions to protect the tenants from risk of injury.
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Houses in multiple occupation
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/housing/houses-in-multiple-occupationHouses in multiple occupation with five or more tenants belonging to two or more households, require a licence from the council. In parts of central Doncaster, we have introduced additional licensing for houses in multiple occupation which brings the threshold down to four tenants.
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Fire safety in houses in multiple occupation
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/housing/fire-safety-in-houses-in-multiple-occupationHouses in multiple occupation are those which are shared by three or more unrelated persons.Historically fires in HMOs have been more prevalent than in single homes. Larger HMOs will required a licence from the Council, however different laws apply to all HMOs in relation to fire safety. A higher standard of fire precaution and protection is required in houses of multiple occupation compared to that of a single occupied dwelling. The exact measures depend on the property size, layout and type of letting.
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Houses in multiple occupation licensing
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/housing/houses-in-multiple-occupation-licensingIf you're a landlord or property managing agent who lets houses in multiple occupation (HMOs), you may need to apply for a licence. Due to the recent changes in national legislation and the introduction of additional licensing, we are experiencing some delays in the processing of applications. Your patience is appreciated.