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Houses in Multiple Occupation licence
A licence is required for a property where three or more unrelated adults live and share cooking, toilet or washing facilities. This includes hostels, bedsits, student residences and shared flats, where the property is the sole or main residence of those living there.
Documents you may need:
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HMO Application form
This document contains an application form and guidance notes from Orkney Islands Council for the grant or renewal of a house in multiple occupation licence under the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006. It asks for applicant and premises details, and includes pro formas for building standards and a fire safety checklist to help ensure the property is safe and complies with relevant laws.
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HMO Certificate of Compliance
This document contains a certificate form that people apply for a house in multiple occupation licence must fill out and return to Orkney Islands Council. It lets applicants confirm they have displayed a public notice at their property for 21 days as required by the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006.
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HMO Conditions
This document contains the standard licence conditions set by Orkney Islands Council for houses in multiple occupation, which are properties rented by three or more people from different families. It explains that breaking these rules is a criminal offence and outlines what landlords must do to keep tenants safe. Landlords must meet council standards, keep tenant numbers below the agreed limit, display the licence and safety certificates clearly, and follow all housing and safety laws. They also need to report serious incidents like fires or gas leaks right away, stop pests, prevent trouble for neighbours, keep proper records, and only use legal methods if they need to repossess the property.
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HMO Display Notice
This document contains a template for a site notice that must be displayed at a property when someone applies for a house in multiple occupation licence from Orkney Islands Council. It lets the public know that an application has been made and explains that people have 21 days to send in any written objections or comments to the Environmental Health Manager at the Council Offices in Kirkwall.
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HMO Guidance Notes
This document contains guidance from Orkney Islands Council on applying for a House in Multiple Occupation licence, which is needed if three or more unrelated adults share living facilities like a kitchen or bathroom. Applicants must own the property, provide 5 copies of detailed plans, pay the required fee, and display a public notice outside the premises for 21 days. The Council will consult with various services like Environmental Health and Police Scotland, inspect the property if needed, and check that you have the right planning consent and building warrants before making a decision within 12 months. If your application is refused or granted with conditions, you have the right to ask for reasons within 14 days or appeal to the Sheriff within 28 days.
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HMO Information to accompany your application
This document contains a list of information you need to give Orkney Islands Council when you apply for a licence to run a house in multiple occupation. You must send 5 copies of detailed building plans and site plans, a copy of your tenancy management agreement, and proof that you own the property. You also need to provide several safety certificates and documents, including an electrical certificate, gas and oil safety checks, a fire risk assessment, fire certificates, and any relevant planning permissions or building warrants.
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HMO Standards
This document contains the official standards set by Orkney Islands Council for houses in multiple occupation, which are homes shared by three or more people from different families. It outlines key rules that landlords must follow to get a licence, covering things like room sizes, security, kitchen and bathroom facilities, safety checks for gas and electricity, and general property maintenance. The guidelines are designed to make sure shared homes are safe, secure, and comfortable for everyone living in them.
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