Do I need an HMO licence in West Northamptonshire? (2026)
Last updated 2026-06-20
In West Northamptonshire, 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. West Northamptonshire operates Mandatory, Additional licensing, which can require a licence for smaller shared homes below the mandatory threshold. The council fee is £1,295 and West Northamptonshire typically processes applications in around 26 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, Additional licensing
- Council fee
- £1,295
- Processing time
- 26 weeks
- Article 4
- check with West Northamptonshire
How much does an HMO licence cost in West Northamptonshire?
The council fee for an HMO licence in West Northamptonshire is £1,295, with our done-for-you service at £599.
The West Northamptonshire fee scales by room count. Give us your room count for an exact figure.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Council fee — on application (Part A) | check with West Northamptonshire |
| Council fee — on grant (Part B) | check with West Northamptonshire |
| Council fee — total (paid to the council) | £1,295 |
| 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 West Northamptonshire
- Mandatory HMO licensing applies to larger HMOs (5 or more people forming 2 or more separate households who share a kitchen, bathroom or toilet).
- West Northamptonshire operates additional licensing, which can cover smaller HMOs.
Article 4 directions in West Northamptonshire
Article 4 status — check with West Northamptonshire.
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Local rules in West Northamptonshire
- £1,295 base (covers up to 5 units/persons) + £41 per additional unit over 5; two-part payment, splits not separately published.
- Additional HMO licensing in force from 24 February 2025 in designated Northampton/Daventry areas (check street list/map per property).
- Three apply routes by area; council moving case-management system April-June 2026.
How long does it take in West Northamptonshire?
West Northamptonshire typically processes HMO licence applications in around 26 weeks.
Frequently asked questions
How much is an HMO licence in West Northamptonshire?
The council fee for an HMO licence in West Northamptonshire is £1,295. Get HMO Licence completes and submits the application for £599.
How long does an HMO licence take in West Northamptonshire?
West Northamptonshire typically processes HMO licence applications in around 26 weeks.
Does West Northamptonshire have additional or selective licensing?
West Northamptonshire operates Mandatory, Additional licensing, so smaller shared homes can also need a licence.
Can Get HMO Licence apply for my West Northamptonshire HMO licence for me?
Yes. Get HMO Licence completes and submits your West Northamptonshire HMO licence application for £599, with the council fee paid directly to West Northamptonshire.
Renting a shared home in West Northamptonshire? 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 West Northamptonshire 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 £1,295) 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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