🏠 Selective Licensing – Landlord Checklist

1. What it is 📜

• ✅ Council scheme for private rented properties in designated areas
• ✅ Aims to improve property conditions and management

2. When it applies 📍

• ✅ Areas with high private renting
• ✅ Poor property conditions
• ✅ Anti-social behaviour or low housing demand

3. Landlord Requirements 🛠️

• ✅ Apply for a license for each property in the area
• ✅ Maintain property management and safety standards (repairs, fire safety, sanitation)
• ✅ Keep proper records and comply with tenancy rules
• ✅ Pay licensing fees

4. Benefits of Compliance 🌟

• ✅ Legally compliant property
• ✅ Reduces anti-social behaviour
• ✅ Protects your investment and reduces void periods
• ✅ Avoids fines or enforcement action

5. Key Points ⚠️

• ✅ Does not replace HMO licensing—some properties need both
• ✅ Non-compliance can lead to fines or legal action
• ✅ Licenses usually last 5 years and require renewal