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Can you have 3 unrelated people on a PRT, no, scotland, does

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Can you have 3 unrelated people on a PRT
JA: What steps have you taken so far? Have you prepared or filed any paperwork?
Customer: no
JA: Where is the property located?
Customer: scotland
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Customer: does it need to be classed as an HMO if 3 unrelated people share
Submitted: 18 days ago.
Category: Scots Law
Customer: replied 18 days ago.
Hi
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Customer: replied 17 days ago.
Happy to wait thx
Expert:  JGM replied 17 days ago.

Thanks for your question. I am a solicitor in Scotland with 35 years of experience in private practice and I hope that I can help you with your question today. Let me have a quick look at your question and I will either give you an initial answer or ask you for further information. I aim to respond as quickly as I can but sometimes I may want to take a little time to consider your question so as to give you the best possible answer.

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Expert:  JGM replied 17 days ago.

You can have 3 people on a private residential tenancy but the law says that the landlord has to hold an HMO licence for the premises. The tenancy agreement would still be a private residential tenancy however, usually a joint and several arrangement between the tenants. nere is a link that you might find useful: https://scotland.shelter.org.uk/housing_advice/renting_rights/houses_in_multiple_occupation_hmos

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Expert:  JGM replied 17 days ago.

I hope this helped you today. Please do let me know if I can clarify anything. I am always happy to help. You are always welcome to ask a follow up question if it will help you further.

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Customer: replied 17 days ago.
there is no way to avoid applying for hmo for 3 guys sharing a flat other than only rent to 2 of them right?
Expert:  JGM replied 17 days ago.

Correct.

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Customer: replied 17 days ago.
Ok ta
Expert:  JGM replied 17 days ago.

You’re welcome.

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