Explanatory Memorandum

Houses in Multiple Occupation Act (Northern Ireland) 2016

2016 CHAPTER 22

12 May 2016

Commentary on Sections

Part 2: Licensing of Houses in Multiple Occupation

Section 8: Applications for HMO licence

Section 8 outlines that applications must be made by the owner of the HMO.  It also sets out the matters that are to be taken into account when a council is considering an application for an HMO licence. The details of the procedural requirements, in relation to an application for an HMO licence, are contained within Schedule 2.