Scotland - Renew House in Multiple Occupation License

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Renew House in Multiple Occupation License, the applicant has to approach the SCOTLAND LOCAL COUNCIL link

Note: The applicant must select their Local council from the drop-down menu.

1. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
2. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
3. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
4. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
5. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
6. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
7. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
8. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
9. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
10. Once your renewal application is reviewed and approved, the local council's housing or licensing department will issue you a renewed HMO License.
11. This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Address proof
• Insurance details document
• Safety Measures Documentation
• Current license
• Ownership and Lease Documents
• Business Registration
• Health and Safety Policy
• Any other documents (if required)

Office Locations & Contacts

SCOTLAND LOCAL COUNCIL
Scottish Government Licensing Team
Post:
Scottish Government Licensing Team
Area GW14
St Andrew's House
Regent Road
Edinburgh
EH1 3DG
Local Council link
Note: The applicant must select their Local council from the drop-down menu.

Eligibility

• Any House in Multiple Occupation License holder whose license was expired is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

• The validity of the license is three years.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• Nationality
• Business details
• Mailing address
• Contact number
• Email id
• Other details
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• Renewing a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) License in Scotland involves extending the validity of a license that allows landlords or property owners to legally operate a property as a House in Multiple Occupation.

Information which might help

• For more information link

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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External Links

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Others

HMOs are regulated by local authorities in Scotland. The requirements for obtaining an HMO License vary depending on the local authority, but generally speaking, you must meet the following criteria:

• The property must be rented out to three or more unrelated people.
• The property must have shared facilities, such as a kitchen, bathroom, or toilet.
• The property must be the only or main residence of the occupants.
• The property must meet certain health and safety standards.