Do I need an HMO licence in East Riding of Yorkshire? (2026)
Last updated 2026-06-20
In East Riding of Yorkshire, an HMO licence is required where a property is let to 5 or more people forming 2 or more separate households who share a kitchen, bathroom or toilet. East Riding of Yorkshire runs mandatory HMO licensing only, so a licence is required for larger HMOs above the mandatory threshold. The council fee is £1,205 and East Riding of Yorkshire typically processes applications in around 8 weeks. Get HMO Licence completes and submits the whole application for £599.
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- Licence needed?
- Yes, where a property is let to 5 or more people forming 2 or more separate households who share a kitchen, bathroom or toilet
- Schemes in operation
- Mandatory licensing
- Council fee
- £1,205
- Processing time
- 8 weeks
- Article 4
- check with East Riding of Yorkshire
How much does an HMO licence cost in East Riding of Yorkshire?
The council fee for an HMO licence in East Riding of Yorkshire is £1,205, with our done-for-you service at £599.
The East Riding of Yorkshire fee scales by bedroom count. Give us your bedroom count for an exact figure.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Council fee — on application (Part A) | check with East Riding of Yorkshire |
| Council fee — on grant (Part B) | check with East Riding of Yorkshire |
| Council fee — total (paid to the council) | £1,205 |
| Get HMO Licence — we do it for you | £599 |
| Measured floor plan where the council requires a scaled plan | Price on request |
| Fire risk assessment where required for the licence | Price on request |
Verified 2026-06-20
The council’s own fee is paid directly to the council — we add no markup.
Scheme types in East Riding of Yorkshire
- Mandatory HMO licensing applies to larger HMOs (5 or more people forming 2 or more separate households who share a kitchen, bathroom or toilet).
Article 4 directions in East Riding of Yorkshire
Article 4 status — check with East Riding of Yorkshire.
East Riding of Yorkshire HMO register →
Local rules in East Riding of Yorkshire
- 5-year licence £1,205 for a 5-bedroom property + £25 per extra bedroom (effective 1 April 2026).
- 1-year licence option £510 (used for non-compliant/unlicensed history).
- Renewal £1,015 (5-year) + £25/bedroom; replacement licence £45.
- Mandatory-only unitary.
How long does it take in East Riding of Yorkshire?
East Riding of Yorkshire typically processes HMO licence applications in around 8 weeks.
Frequently asked questions
How much is an HMO licence in East Riding of Yorkshire?
The council fee for an HMO licence in East Riding of Yorkshire is £1,205. Get HMO Licence completes and submits the application for £599.
How long does an HMO licence take in East Riding of Yorkshire?
East Riding of Yorkshire typically processes HMO licence applications in around 8 weeks.
Does East Riding of Yorkshire have additional or selective licensing?
East Riding of Yorkshire operates mandatory HMO licensing. Check with East Riding of Yorkshire for any additional or selective schemes.
Can Get HMO Licence apply for my East Riding of Yorkshire HMO licence for me?
Yes. Get HMO Licence completes and submits your East Riding of Yorkshire HMO licence application for £599, with the council fee paid directly to East Riding of Yorkshire.
Renting a shared home in East Riding of Yorkshire? You may need an HMO licence.
Operating an unlicensed HMO risks a civil penalty of up to £40,000 per offence, plus a Rent Repayment Order of up to 24 months’ rent (Renters' Rights Act 2025).
We handle the whole application for £599.
Doing it yourself is the best part of a day — chasing certificates and decoding your council’s forms. We give you that day back: about five minutes from you, and we handle the rest.
Start my East Riding of Yorkshire application — £599What you get
- Your day back — about five minutes of input from you, not a day of paperwork
- We complete and submit the full application to your council
- All the right forms for your council’s scheme
- A document checklist so nothing is missed
- A specialist review before submission
- Email support throughout
The council’s own fee (around £1,205) is paid directly to the council — no markup.
If we make an error that gets your application rejected as incomplete, we fix it free. We can never guarantee a licence. That decision is the council’s.
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