Legal & Regulations
Article 4 Direction
Planning restriction on converting properties to HMOs
Full Definition
Article 4 directions remove permitted development rights, requiring planning permission to convert houses to small HMOs (3-6 unrelated occupants). Many university cities and areas with HMO concentrations have Article 4 in place. Check with local planning before purchasing for HMO conversion.
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EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
Rating of property's energy efficiency from A-G
MEES (Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards)
Minimum EPC rating required to legally rent property
HMO Licensing
Legal requirement for renting to multiple households
Selective Licensing
Licensing scheme for all private rentals in designated areas
AST (Assured Shorthold Tenancy)
Standard tenancy agreement for private rentals
Section 21 Notice
No-fault eviction notice for ending AST tenancy