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Are there more than the permitted number of people staying there?
Then yes, you will need a licence.
Otherwise, everyone could just set up a Co to get around the HMO regs.
This is assuming they are not from the same family etc.
I am sorry if this is not the answer you want, nor the one I want to give you, but I have a duty to be honest.
Can I clarify anything for you about this today please?
A house in multiple occupation (HMO) is a property rented out by at least 3 people who are not from 1 ‘household’ (for example a family) but share facilities like the bathroom and kitchen. I
Please see:
https://www.gov.uk/house-in-multiple-occupation-licence
Does that clarify?
Yes. Even short let.
Can I assist with anything else today?