HMO Licensing in Orkney Islands
HMO licensing in Orkney Islands. Licence requirements, register data, and planning links for Orkney Islands.
Orkney Islands
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Overview
Orkney Islands is a UK local authority. HMO licensing here follows national mandatory rules for 5+ person properties.
Use the links below to apply for a licence, check for a public register, or find planning information.
HMO Licensing Data & Statistics for Orkney Islands
Statistical summary surrounding HMOs of Orkney Islands
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Registered HMOs
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Latest HMO Register
Public HMO Register Update
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Mandatory Licence Cost
Unitary, Local, District or Metropolitan
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Mandatory Licence Length
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Median Units
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Median Occupants
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Max Number Units
Largest HMO in the borough
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Self Contained Ratio
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HMO Licensing
Licence schemes operated
Councils may operate Mandatory (required by law for 5+ people), Additional, and/or Selective HMO licensing.
| Scheme | Description | This council |
|---|---|---|
| Mandatory | 5+ people, 2+ households | — |
| Additional | Extends to smaller HMOs (e.g. 3–4 people) | No |
| Selective | Applies to all privately rented properties in an area | No |
Additional/Selective derived from register data where available. Confirm with the council.
Scotland has separate HMO licensing rules from England and Wales. Contact the council to verify current occupancy thresholds and application requirements.
HMO Licence Register
Searchable list of licensed HMOs in Orkney Islands. Data from the council's public register.
| Address | Licence No | Units | ||
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Contact & Location
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Orkney Islands
uk Contact Us - In Person Kirkwall Customer Service Council Offices, Kirkwall, KW15 1NY
Scotland
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the HMO licence requirements in Orkney Islands?
- Mandatory HMO licensing applies to properties with 5+ people forming 2+ households sharing facilities. Always confirm current requirements with the council.
- Does Orkney Islands have additional or selective licensing?
- Orkney Islands enforces mandatory HMO licensing. Additional or selective schemes may be introduced—confirm with the council for the latest information.
- How many licensed HMOs are there in Orkney Islands?
- HMO register data may not be publicly available for Orkney Islands. Contact the council directly for register information.