Enfield Compliance Requirements
Complete guide to supported living and HMO compliance in Enfield. Covers licensing, property standards, required documents, fees, and timelines.
Licensing Requirements
Mandatory HMO
Required
Additional HMO
Required
Borough-wide additional licensing scheme covering HMOs with 3-4 occupants. Renewed September 2025 to August 2030.
Selective Licensing
Active
Designated areas covering approximately 23,000 properties
Article 4 Direction
In place
Borough-wide Article 4 Direction effective since 2013. Planning permission required for C3 to C4 change of use for properties with 3-6 unrelated occupants.
Exempt Accommodation
Supported accommodation may be exempt under Housing Act 2004 s254/s257. Contact council for assessment.
Property Standards
Minimum Room Sizes
Fire Safety Requirements
- Smoke alarms on every floor
- Heat detectors in kitchens
- Fire doors on escape routes
- Fire risk assessment required
- Fire safety equipment
- Clear escape routes
- Emergency lighting where required
Required Certificates
Gas Safety
Annual gas safety certificate (CP12)
Electrical Safety
EICR every 5 years minimum
EPC Rating
Minimum E rating required by law
Planning Permission
C4 use class for 3-6 occupants requires planning permission due to Article 4 Direction. Sui Generis for 7+.
Additional Requirements
- Adequate heating throughout
- Hot and cold water to all kitchens and bathrooms
- Adequate ventilation and lighting
- Secure entry systems
- Waste management facilities
- Adequate toilet and washing facilities
Required Documents
Fees & Timeline
Licence Fees
- HMO Licence
- £1,616 (up to 5 rooms). Increases with more lettings.
- Additional Licence
- £1,276
- Selective Licence
- £735
Timeline
- Licence Processing
- 8-12 weeks typical
- Typical Setup Time
- 4-8 weeks from application to approval
Enfield-Specific Notes
- Three licensing schemes: Mandatory HMO, Additional HMO, and Selective Licensing
- Additional licensing renewed September 2025 to August 2030
- Borough-wide Article 4 Direction since 2013 — planning permission required for HMO conversion
- Approximately 4,000 properties under mandatory/additional licensing, 23,000 under selective
- No discounts for accredited landlords
- Public register of licensed HMOs available online
Frequently Asked Questions
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Contact & Sources
Council Contact
Enfield HMO Licensing Team
hmo@enfield.gov.uk
020 8379 1000
Enfield Compliance Checklist
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