Apply for a HMO licence

Before you apply for a HMO licence check your eligibility.

Apply 

To apply for a HMO licence, you will need to: 

  1. Download a HMO licence application form
  2. Complete your application form - you can refer to our application guidance notes for further information
  3. Return your completed form to us by email at privatehousing@merton.gov.uk

Ways to pay

Online

This is the preferred method of payment as it is quick and secure.

Make payment

By debit card

You should state with your application form that this is how you wish to pay and an officer will call you to arrange payment.

After you have applied

Find out what happens once you have submitted your application.