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What is HMO licensing?

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An HMO, or House in Multiple Occupation, is a property that is rented out to multiple tenants. These properties are subject to special licensing requirements in order to ensure that they are safe and well-maintained for their tenants.

HMO licensing in Glasgow is a system designed to ensure the safety and quality of rental properties in the city. A property will require an HMO Licence when there are three or more unrelated parties renting it. This process involves inspecting properties to make sure they meet certain standards for things like fire safety, structural integrity, and accessibility for people with disabilities.

In Glasgow, it refers to the process of obtaining a license to operate certain types of rental properties within the city. This is an important step for property owners and managers, as it ensures that their properties are safe and comply with local regulations.

To obtain an HMO license in Glasgow, property owners or managers must submit an application, this can be done here.

What does HMO achieve?

The goal of HMO licensing is to ensure that tenants have safe and comfortable living conditions and that property owners are held accountable for providing these conditions.

In order to obtain a license, property owners must meet specific requirements regarding the condition of their properties and their ability to manage them effectively.

Read about the Importance of Rental Property Compliance

HMO licensing benefits

There are several benefits to HMO licensing in Glasgow:

  • First, it helps ensure that all residents have access to safe and comfortable housing. This is especially important for low-income tenants who may not be able to afford quality accommodations on their own.
  • Secondly, HMO licensing helps protect property owners by ensuring that they are held accountable for meeting certain standards.
  • Lastly, it promotes responsible landlord behaviour and encourages them to invest in improving the condition of their properties over time.

What’s next?

If you are a property owner in Glasgow, it is important to understand the HMO licensing process and ensure that your property meets all requirements.

There are several resources available to help you navigate the process, including online guides and property management companies that can assist with inspections and documentation.

With proper preparation, HMO licensing can be an effective way to ensure the quality and safety of rental properties in our wonderful city.

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Where are the top 10 places to live in Glasgow?

Glasgow is a vibrant city and offers many fantastic districts all with their own individual charm. We have listed some of the best places to live in Scotland’s largest city.  Broomhill Leafy Broomhill Drive is home to many fine crafted, eye-catching buildings, all grand in stature. With everything from tenements to semi-detached properties, there's a real variety to the housing here, and nearby Victoria Park also allows the opportunity to walk the dog, go for a jog, play tennis or even feed the ducks. Dowanhill Running parallel to Partick, Hillhead and Hyndland, Dowanhill is something of a sleepy oasis. Primarily residential, properties tend to be spacious, with a select few offering residents their own private garden. Close to all the everyday essentials, this is an ideal west end base consisting of several well-kept, peaceful streets. Finnieston Voted the hippest place to live in Britain by The Times, Finnieston is the definition of an area on the up. Traditionally an extension of the Clydeside yards, when taking a leisurely stroll you'll now find a catalogue of trendy bars, alluring restaurants and word of mouth businesses. Modern flats sit alongside more traditional builds, and given the proximity to both the River Clyde and SSE Hydro (in the top 5 busiest music venues in the world), this is the perfect place for budding socialites. Hyndland Incredibly, back in the early 19th century this sought after G12 postcode used to be little more than a patch of grass populated by several farmyard animals. While the landscape may have changed, thankfully it's still possible to pick up high quality local produce from a number of friendly cafes and delis. Undoubtedly one of the most desirable locations in the city, Hyndland boasts an impressive collection of sandstone tenements, coupled with a growing number of new developments, all providing easy access to schools, shops and many other amenities. Merchant City Frequently dubbed the Covent Garden of Glasgow, the Merchant City has become an increasingly popular area to hang your hat - thanks in no small part to the arts and alfresco dining. Also playing host to an annual festival, the streets are thronged every summer for a week of cool, colourful, all-encompassing fun. Considering the eye-catching builds available at reasonable prices, and being just a stone's throw from the proper hustle and bustle, it's little wonder this sleek region continues to see an upsurge in residents. North Kelvinside Continuing to grow in popularity, this sought after neighbourhood is a perfect retreat from the main rush of the west end, but still remains close enough to pop out at a moment's notice. Interestingly, many of the streets have been named after locations in England: Leicester Avenue, Northampton Drive and Beaconsfield Road, to give a flavour. With a wide range of tenements and semi-detached houses, we're confident you'll find what you're looking for here. Park Circus Seen by many as the jewel in Glasgow's crown, Park Circus is one of the finest examples of town planning in Britain and - dare we say it - Europe. Full of breath-taking mansion houses and beautifully crafted apartments, this really is the crème de la crème of real estate. Dozens of properties also overlook Kelvingrove Park , leaving residents ideally positioned to soak up any summer sun. Partick Still retaining an authentic neighbourhood feel after all these years, Partick is an extremely diverse, vibrant community. Whether you need a button sewn on your coat, a coffee to see you through the afternoon or even a last minute haircut, the time devoted for your to-do-list can suddenly be squashed once you decide to settle here. With a number of streets branching off Dumbarton Road -many surprisingly tranquil - it won't be long before you find you're another 'well kent face. Shawlands Shawlands has recently grown in popularity and become quite trendy, offering many stylish boutiques, popular eateries and ample green space in Queens Park. Woodlands Helping link the west end and city centre, Woodlands Road and its offshoots are home to a number of desirable tenements. Just minutes from the grounds of Glasgow University, this popular neighbourhood has a friendly feel, and an ethnically diverse fabric is reflected in a very wide range of shops and stores.

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