Regulations which came into force on 1st October 2007 in England de ne certain converted blocks of self-contained ats as HMOs.
S.257 refers to the clause in the Housing Act 2004 which introduced this type of Occupied Test HMO.
If a block you manage is classed a S.257 HMO then there are additional management regulations you need to be aware of and follow. See below for details.
Covering Topics
The Definition Of S.257 HMO
The Standards Of Conversion
The Less Than Two-Thirds Owner-Occupied Test HMO.
How To Avoid Being A S.257 HMO
The Additional Management
Regulations For S.257 HMOs
Licensing Of S.257 HMOs
Who Will Be The Licensee?
Managing Agents, Fees And Licences Of S.257 HMOs
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