Housing

Minimum energy efficiency standards for privately rented properties

Check the EPC rating for a property, find out what private landlords can do to make improvements, plus how to get help from us.
Find out more at liverpool.gov.uk/mees

Private rented accommodation

Multiple occupancy homes

Information about houses in multiple occupation (HMO) and HMO licences.

Planning permission for HMOs

HMOs for seven or more people must have permission. In 11 Wards, permission is also needed for HMOs for three or more.

Register of licensed properties

Use our search to find out if a property has been granted a Landlord Licence or HMO Licence.

Apply for an Accommodation Certificate

If family members from another country want to come and live with you, you may need an Accommodation Certificate.