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Amenity Standards for Houses in Multiple Occupation

Amenity Standards for Houses in Multiple Occupation AMENITY STANDARDS IN HOUSES IN MULIPLE OCCUPATION (HMOS)
The Housing Act 2004 has introduced new standards for amenities affecting Houses In Multiple Occupation (HMO). The Amenity standards apply to all HMO’s, however, the standards are slightly different if the HMO is licensable and if the HMO comprises of converted self- contained units.



Key Facts:-
  • Accommodation must have adequate means of space heating.
    Kitchens must have adequate ventilation and be fitted with mechanical extract fan, adequate refuse disposal facilities, suitably sited fire blanket, adequate provision of fire doors and fire detection.
  • A suitably equipped communal dining room should be provided next to each kitchen facility.
  • Shared kitchens must not be more than one floor away from any letting except where dining room is provided next to kitchen.
  • Bathrooms must be adequately heated and ventilated
  • Full fire detection and separation must be in place.
Blackpool Council has developed guidance notes for amenity standards, click on the link below to open Blackpool Council's Amenity Standards.
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Amenity Standards
 Amenity Standards
Blackpool Council's Amenity Standards
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Corporation Street
Blackpool
FY1 1NF

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Tel: 01253 477477

Customer First Centre
Monday to Friday 8am-5.30pm
Saturday 9am-2pm

Customer First Telephone Line
8am-6pm Monday to Friday
Saturday 9am-2pm