Houses in multiple occupation (HMO) licence - Licence and permit applications

Application fees are based on occupant capacity with an option to apply for a one or three year licence. Download the HMO licence fees.

We do not accept paper application forms, postal application forms, BACs, cash or cheque payments.  We only accept electronic licence application forms and payments submitted using our electronic submission form

Please note that all licence application fees are non refundable, except in exceptional circumstances.  You can download our refunds policy for more information.  Any requests for a refund due to exceptional circumstances should be made in writing to the Licensing Manager,  249 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1YJ or by email to: licensing@edinburgh.gov.uk 

A fully completed current application form
A4 size copy of the floor plans (new and any subsequent 'renewal' application)
Application fee (non-refundable)
the following certificates:

• Annual Gas Certificate (for properties with a gas supply)
• Current Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
• Annual Emergency Lighting Certificate
• Annual Portable Appliance Test Certificate (PAT)
• Annual Fire Appliances Certificate or current invoice
• Current Part 1 Fire Alarm System Certificate
• Annual Sprinkler System Inspection Certificate in accordance with BS9251 ​
• Current Fire Safety Risk Assessment document

Please read our HMO Best Practice Guide which has been written to provide guidance for HMO licence holders and agents in relation to what standards are considered appropriate to ensure properties meet or exceed the minimum standards required

Please note we do not accept paper application forms, postal application forms, BACs, cash or cheque payments.  We only accept electronic licence application forms and payments.

You must complete our electronic submission form to upload your application form and pay for your licence application. This will ensure that your completed application form, any supporting documents and payment are received at the same time.

Download application pack
Download change of appointed manager form
Download a PDF copy of our Inspection template

The Inspection template will be used by our officers when inspecting the property, a copy of the completed Inspection sheet will be emailed to you at the end of the inspection

Please also ensure you read the guidance notes in the application pack before submitting your application. Any application submitted on an out of date application form or without all the required certificates, layout plan and completed checklist will be deemed to be incomplete and will be returned.

You can now complete one of our electronic submission forms to upload and pay for your licence application online. This will ensure that your completed application form, any supporting documents and payment are received at the same time.
 

Please note that all licence application fees are non refundable, you can download our refunds policy for more information.

please visit our landlord registration pages for more information 

Download standard conditions

Please ensure you read our HMO Best Practice Guide which has been written to provide guidance for HMO licence holders and agents in relation to what standards are considered appropriate to ensure properties meet or exceed the minimum standards required.