Houses in multiple occupation (HMOs), also known as
houses of multiple occupancy, is a
British English term which refers to residential properties where ‘common areas’ exist and are shared by more than one
household. Common areas may be as significant as bathrooms and kitchens /
kitchenettes, but may also be just stairwells or landings. HMOs may be divided up into self-contained flats,
bed-sitting rooms or simple lodgings.