HMO Licence Fee Calculator
Calculate HMO licensing costs by local authority
Location & Licence Type
Select your council and licence type
Fees shown: £1,150 (new) / £850 (renewal)
About the HMO Licence Fee Calculator
What it does and how it helps you
The HMO Licence Fee Calculator helps UK landlords estimate mandatory HMO licensing costs across different local authorities. Calculate fees for mandatory, additional, and selective licensing schemes with available discounts.
How It Works
Understanding the calculation method
The HMO Licence Fee Calculator provides accurate licensing cost estimates:
1. Location Selection - Choose your local authority from 20+ UK councils to see area-specific fees 2. Licence Type - Select mandatory HMO licensing, additional licensing, or selective licensing schemes 3. Application Details - Specify new application or renewal (renewals are typically cheaper) 4. Portfolio Scale - Enter number of properties and rooms to calculate total portfolio licensing costs 5. Discount Application - Apply discounts for accredited landlord status, early applications, or multi-property portfolios 6. Cost Breakdown - View total fees, annual equivalent costs, and per-room charges
The calculator includes data from 20+ UK local authorities and calculates the amortized annual cost over the typical 5-year licence period.
When to use this calculator
Use this calculator when budgeting for HMO investments, comparing costs across different local authorities, or planning portfolio expansion. Essential for understanding the true operating costs of HMO properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this calculator