For landlords managing Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs ), the regulatory landscape is not just shifting—it’s tightening. A passive, “good enough” approach to your legal duties is no longer a viable strategy; it’s a high-stakes gamble with your entire property portfolio. In areas like Stoke-on-Trent, Crewe , and Newcastle-under-Lyme , local authorities are demonstrating a renewed focus on enforcement. Their message is unequivocal: achieve full compliance, or face the cons