Shared houses
If you have concerns about a house or flat occupied by people who don't know each other living in it please report it to envhealth@rossendalebc.gov.uk or ring us on 01706 217777 option 4
Detailed information on houses in multiple occupation can be found by clicking this link
Rossendale Borough Council HMO standards can be viewed here
Please ensure you apply for planning permission in the first instance see Article 4 Directions | Planning | Rossendale Borough Council
To apply for a HMO licence after obtaining planning permission please click here
The cost of a new HMO application is currently Part A £719.70 which needs to be paid on application. If the licence is issued then Part B charge of £279.50 is payable
The cost of a renewal, after 5 years, is Part A £700.70 and Part B £279.50
See here for the public register of Licensed HMOs.
Please contact Environmental Health on 01706 217777 option 4 or email envhealth@rossendalebc.gov.uk if you have any questions about houses and flats in multiple occupation or to pay for an application
Environmental Health
Address: Rossendale Borough CouncilFutures Park
Environmental Health
Newchurch Road
Bacup
OL13 0BB