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Houses in multiple occupation (HMO)
Licensing for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO).
Additional HMO licensing
Croydon does not currently have an additional HMO licensing scheme. However, on 25 September 2026 a new additional HMO Licensing scheme comes into force which will apply to any HMO property across the whole borough that is occupied by 3 or more individuals forming 2 or more households.