The purpose of this report is to seek member approval to prepare an Article 4 Direction for small HMOs. This includes the commissioning of consultants to produce a robust evidence base that supports the making of the Article 4 Direction and the geographic area to which the Direction will apply.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Budg/pol framework;
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 08/01/2026
Report access: Open;
Report Type: Key Decision;
Decision due: 9 Feb 2026 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cabinet Member for the Economy
Lead director: Executive Director of Place
Department: Place
Contact: Matt Patterson Email: Matt.patterson@lbhf.gov.uk Tel: 0777 6672 447.