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Houses in Multiple Occupation - Publications

HMO Licensing Guide Booklet

Index of free publications for landlords and tenants about Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), including guidance on licensing.

This page links to publications to download from both the council's Environmental Health service and the government Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG).

You can download or order DCLG booklets:

  • HMO Licensing Guide for Tenants

  • Guide for Landlords and Managers

You can also download leaflets and posters:

  • Landlords: Do you need a property licence?

  • Tenants: Does your landlord need a licence?

Guide to HMO Licensing
Guide to HMO Licensing - [46 KB] A guide for landlords on licensing of Houses in Multiple Occupation under the Housing Act 2004
No Property Licence, No Rent
No Property Licence, No Rent - [411 KB] Publicity flyer promoting the requirements for licensing of Houses in Multiple Occupation
HMO Prescribed Standards
HMO Prescribed Standards - [52 KB] Download our standards for Houses in Multiple Occupation.
HMO Amenity Standards
HMO Amenity Standards - [20 KB] Schedule outlining the number of toilets and bathrooms there should be in relation to the number of persons occupying licensed Houses in Multiple Occupation
Presentation - HMO Licensing Made Easy
Presentation - HMO Licensing Made Easy - [107 KB] View colour presentation by Heather Rogers on licensing of Houses in Multiple Occupation, from the council's free Landlords Awareness Event on 22 June 2006
Presentation - A Quick Guide to the Housing Act 2004
Presentation - A Quick Guide to the Housing Act 2004 - [123 KB] Download a presentation on the Housing Act 2004 - Housing Health and Safety Rating System and Licensing of Houses in Multiple Occupation
HHSRS - Essential Information for Landlords and Agents
HHSRS - Essential Information for Landlords and Agents - [358 KB] Advert flyer for the publication A short guide to the Housing Health and Safety Rating System, which is available to order or download from www.assetskills.org
Private Housing Renewal Policy
Private Housing Renewal Policy - [282 KB] Download our Private Housing Renewal Policy for Eastbourne, including details of financial assistance schemes for landlords of licensed HMOs.
Private Housing Enforcement Policy
Private Housing Enforcement Policy - [89 KB] Download the council's Private Housing Enforcement Policy.
Advice for Landlords Online
Advice for Landlords Online - [112 KB] Publicity flyer promoting the advice and publications on the council's website at www.eastbourne.gov.uk/privatehousing

Contact Details

  • Tel 01323 415350
  • Fax 01323 415997