Housing in Multiple Occupation (HMOs)

Question 1

The definition of HMOs is given where?

Answer 1

The Housing Act 2004 (part 7, section 254)

Question 2

The HMO definition is properties that meet what test(s)? (3 points)

Answer 2

Either, 1. The standard test
2. The self-contained flat test
or 3. The converted building test

Question 3

A dwelling is regarded as an HMO if what? (4 points)

Answer 3

1. Rent is payable
2. At least one basic amenity is shared
3. It is the occupiers only or principal home
4. It is occupied by three or more person comprising two or more households

Question 4

Occupants who are members of the same family are not included in the new HMO definition, true or false?

Answer 4

True

Question 5

What are the exceptions to the only or principal home requirement? (2 points)

Answer 5

Migrant workers

Seasonal workers

Question 6

All HMOs must meet set health and safety standards, which are outlined where?

Answer 6

In the Housing Health and Safety Rating System, Housing Act 2004

Question 7

Licences are mandatory for HMOs if what? (2 points)

Answer 7

1. It is on three or more storeys AND

2. It is occupied by fiver or more persons comprising two or more households

Question 8

What are the notices which local authorities can issue on HMOs under the Housing Act 2004? (4 points)

Answer 8

1. Improvement notices
2. Prohibition notices
3. Various management orders
4. Overcrowding notices

Question 9

Local authorities can set up HMO licensing of residential property is areas where what? (2 points)

Answer 9

1. where the is low housing demand

2. where there is anti-social behaviour problems

Question 10

Not having a licence when needed can lead to what?

Answer 10

A fine of up to £20,000

Question 11

Licences are only given to who?

Answer 11

‘Fit and proper persons’