HMO Rules Set to Change Across Leicestershire | Leicester News

Leicester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 10, 2026 · 1m

Leicestershire’s council is set to overhaul how homes are converted into HMOs across the entire borough, introducing a sweeping Article 4 Direction that would require planning permission for any property housing three or more unrelated people. This move, aimed at addressing community concerns over changing town character and managing population growth, could impact towns like Market Bosworth and Groby — areas not yet covered by similar restrictions. Council leaders stress transparency and public input, launching a wide consultation to balance housing needs with local voices before finalizing…