Hillingdon Compliance Requirements
Complete guide to supported living and HMO compliance in Hillingdon. Covers licensing, property standards, required documents, fees, and timelines.
Licensing Requirements
Mandatory HMO
Required
Additional HMO
Required
Borough-wide additional licensing scheme approved February 2026. Applications opened 20 May 2026. Full compliance required 23 August 2026.
Selective Licensing
Not active
Article 4 Direction
In place
Article 4 Direction introduced December 2025. Planning permission required before converting family home to HMO.
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
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
Required due to Article 4 Direction for C3 to C4 change of use
Additional Requirements
- Adequate heating throughout
- Hot and cold water
- Adequate ventilation
- Secure entry systems
- Waste management facilities
Required Documents
Fees & Timeline
Licence Fees
- HMO Licence
- £1,577 per property (paid in two instalments)
- Additional Licence
- £1,401 for 5-year period. £1,261 with 10% accredited discount.
Timeline
- Licence Processing
- 8-12 weeks typical
- Typical Setup Time
- 4-8 weeks from application to approval
Hillingdon-Specific Notes
- Mandatory and Additional HMO licensing schemes active
- No selective licensing scheme
- Additional licensing scheme approved February 2026
- Article 4 Direction requires planning permission for HMO conversion
- 10% discount for accredited landlords on additional licensing
- No discounts available for mandatory HMO licensing
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Contact & Sources
Council Contact
Hillingdon Property Licensing Team
hmo@hillingdon.gov.uk
01895 250 241
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