HMO Licensing in East Riding of Yorkshire
Check HMO licence requirements and access official application links for East Riding of Yorkshire Council in Yorkshire & Humber. Typical licence cost: £581.
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East Riding of Yorkshire
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What are the HMO licensing requirements in East Riding of Yorkshire?
East Riding of Yorkshire Council requires an HMO licence where a property has five or more people forming two or more households who share facilities. East Riding of Yorkshire currently operates mandatory HMO licensing only. Additional or selective schemes may be introduced later after consultation.
The mandatory licence fee is £581.
Mandatory licences in England normally run for five years from issue. You must renew before expiry — operating without a valid licence can lead to unlimited fines and rent repayment orders.
Source: Housing Act 2004 and East Riding of Yorkshire Council HMO licensing pages.
Unsure if your property needs a licence? Try the HMO licence checker.
Reviewed by AgentHMO Editorial Team · Data sourced from council registers
Licensed HMO Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Registered HMOs | Pending results |
| Mandatory licence cost | £581 |
| Mandatory licence length | 5 years |
Typical all-in cost: £1,180 (£599 + £581 council).
Licence schemes
| Scheme | This council |
|---|---|
| Mandatory | Required by law |
| Additional | No |
| Selective | No |
Additional and selective schemes derived from register data where available. Confirm with the council.
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Where can I search licensed HMOs in East Riding of Yorkshire?
AgentHMO has not yet imported searchable register data for this council. Use the official link below while results are pending. View the council's official register
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Pending results
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Frequently asked questions about HMO licensing in East Riding of Yorkshire
- What are the HMO licence requirements in East Riding of Yorkshire?
- Mandatory licensing applies where a property is occupied as an HMO and meets the threshold for England — typically five or more people forming two or more households who share facilities. You must meet management, fire safety, amenity, and room-size conditions as part of the application. Use our HMO licence checker for a first pass, then confirm with the council before letting or purchasing.
- Does East Riding of Yorkshire have additional or selective licensing?
- East Riding of Yorkshire is listed as operating mandatory HMO licensing only. Additional or selective schemes can be introduced later; the council must consult before designating new areas. Check the official HMO licensing section on the council website for any announcements.
- Where can I search licensed HMOs in East Riding of Yorkshire?
- AgentHMO has not yet imported searchable register data for East Riding of Yorkshire. Use the official council register link in the HMO register section below — hosted on the council website. For legal confirmation on a specific property, check directly with the council licensing team.
- How do I apply for an HMO licence in East Riding of Yorkshire?
- Applications are made directly to East Riding of Yorkshire, not through AgentHMO. You will usually need property details, floor plans, fire-risk information, and details of the licence holder or manager. Pay the council fee at application or as instructed — the key figures table shows the published mandatory fee where we have it, but always confirm the latest amount on the council site. Allow several weeks to months for processing, especially for new licences or properties that need works to meet conditions.
How do I contact East Riding of Yorkshire about HMO licensing?
Office address
East Riding of Yorkshire
Register Square, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 9BA
Yorkshire & Humber, England
Licensing enquiries
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