Selective Licencing

🏠 Selective Licensing – Landlord Checklist

  1. What it is 📜
  • ✅ Council scheme for private rented properties in designated areas
  • ✅ Aims to improve property conditions and management
  1. When it applies 📍
  • ✅ Areas with high private renting
  • ✅ Poor property conditions
  • ✅ Anti-social behaviour or low housing demand
  1. 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
  1. Benefits of Compliance 🌟
  • ✅ Legally compliant property
  • ✅ Reduces anti-social behaviour
  • ✅ Protects your investment and reduces void periods
  • ✅ Avoids fines or enforcement action
  1. 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