Scotland HMO with Short Term Let

Jo993
Level 1
Inverness, United Kingdom

Scotland HMO with Short Term Let

Hi community, 

 

I was wondering if anyone had clarity on whether or not you needed an HMO in Scotland with the Short Term Let License please, or if it’s covered within the STLL

Thank you. 

 

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Fiona256
Level 10
Scotland, United Kingdom

@Jo993 HMO and STL are two different things.

 

A house of multiple occupancy is where several unrelated people live in the same property, sharing some facilities. There is a licence required for this from your council, after meeting various criteria and being inspected.

 

Short term lets are normally used by folk on holiday or travelling for work. A different licence is requred for these.

 

Check on your council's website for full details. Planning consent is also required for HMOs, and may be for new STLs.