How to Apply

Download Application (opens new window)Enquiry FormEmail (opens new window)FAQs

House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) Licence

In terms of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006 a licence for a House in Multiple Occupation is required for premises where there are three or more persons living together, who are not all members of either the same family or of one or other of two families.

How do I apply?

Read our Guidance on Applying for information on the application process including details of:

• How to lodge an application
• Supporting documents required
• How the application will be processed
• The time it will take to get a decision
• What to do if you are unhappy with the decision

How much does it cost?

Refer to our Fees and Charges for the current fees and payment methods.

The application will not be accepted without the correct fee.

How to make payment?

Completed applications should be emailed to Licensing Section and payment should be transferred by BACS (electronic banking).  When making payments please quote your licence reference number if you are a current licence holder or quote HMO/Premises Address if you are a new licence holder as detailed below:-

Account Name: Glasgow City Council Licensing
Account No. 00116224
Sort Code: 83-44-00
Reference: HMOxxxxx or HMO/premises Address e.g. HMO/231 George Street

Please note your application will not be processed by the Licensing Section until the fee payment has been made. The fee is non-refundable.

Can someone make a representation to the application?

Any person can make representation for or against the grant or renewal of an application during the 21 day consultation period. 

Read our guidance on making a representation for more information.

Related Content

Related Articles

• Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO)
• Guidance for HMOs
• Code of Conduct for Landlords and Agents of Licensed HMOs in Glasgow
• Licensing Committee Privacy Statement

Documents

• HMO Application Form
• Notice - House in Multiple Occupance (Word doc, 51 KB)(opens new window)
• Certificate of Compliance (Word doc, 33 KB)(opens new window)
• Contact Details - Certificate of Compliance (PDF, 15 KB)(opens new window)
• Emergency Contact Form (Word doc, 24 KB)(opens new window)