Ealing Council has implemented a borough-wide Additional Licensing Scheme for smaller Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). If you rent out a property to three or four unrelated tenants, you must obtain an Additional HMO Licence to comply with local regulations.
This guide explains who needs an HMO licence, how to apply, licensing fees, and penalties for non-compliance in 2025.
The Additional Licensing Scheme was introduced on April 1, 2022, and will run until March 31, 2027.
The scheme applies to smaller HMOs that:
