Selective Licensing is a scheme that requires most private rented properties to be licensed. It means that houses need to be licensed where they have one or two tenants or a family living there.*
Currently local authorities have powers to introduce selective licensing of privately rented homes in order to tackle problems in their areas, or any part or parts of them, caused by low housing demand and/or significant anti-social behaviour.
Does Coventry have selective licensing?
Additional licensing
We also consulted on proposals relating to Selective Licensing in selected wards. This would require all non-HMO privately rented properties within the designated areas to be licensed. The consultation has now closed, and the results have been assessed by Cabinet and Full Council.
Do you need a landlord licence in Nottingham?
If you rent a property in Nottingham you’ll probably need a licence. The scheme is estimated to cover over 30,000 privately rented homes in a designated area.
Do you need a landlord licence in Sheffield?
Landlords will need to: apply and pay for a licence for each house or flat that they let out in that area (including for properties they are already letting out when the scheme begins)
Who needs a selective licence?
What is selective licensing? Selective licensing applies to properties that are let to one or two people, or one family households. Where there are multiple rented flats in the same block or building that are owned and managed by the same person, the building may qualify for a single selective licence.
What is the difference between HMO and selective licensing?
Whilst mandatory HMO licensing and additional licensing are restricted to certain HMOs, local authorities can implement selective licensing schemes that apply to all private rented properties within a defined area.
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Do I need landlord licence in Coventry?
In a Selective Licensing area, all private landlords with properties in that area would need to have a licence.
Is Coventry Tory or Labour?
Coventry has usually been controlled by the Labour Party over the past few decades, and at times they appeared to be in safe control.
What happens if you don’t have a landlord licence?
The cost of a licence starts at £500, and you must apply for one licence per property. If you are found to be renting a property without one, you could face a fine of up to £20,000.
Do I need a licence to rent out a property?
You must have a licence if you’re renting out a large HMO in England or Wales. Your property is defined as a large HMO if all of the following apply: it is rented to 5 or more people who form more than 1 household. some or all tenants share toilet, bathroom or kitchen facilities.
How much is a landlord licence Nottingham?
The licence is paid for in two parts. The first payment is £520 (£485 for accredited Landlords) and is paid when you submit your application via the Council website. The second amount payable is £370 (£185 for accredited Landlords) and is payable once the full licence has been granted.
What is the difference between a licence and a tenancy?
A licence gives you less protection from eviction than a tenancy. For example, you may have a licence if you’re a lodger or live in a hostel. You do not have a licence just because the landlord says that’s what you have. It depends on your housing situation.
Do all landlords have to be registered?
Landlords of all private rented properties must be registered. You can register at Landlord Registration. You must pay a fee for the local authority area in which you own the property, and a fee for each property. Once registered, you must renew the registration every 3 years.
Do you need a license to rent out property UK?
If you landlord is renting out a property without the required property licence, they are committing an offence. Your landlord may also be committing an offence by breaching the terms of their licence (for example by renting it out to too many people, behaving abusively to tenants or refusing to make urgent repairs.
Which areas have selective licensing?
Selective Licensing will apply to all privately-rented homes let to a single household or 2 unrelated sharers in the following wards, regardless of their occupation or size: Bounds Green. Bruce Castle. Harringay.
What certificates Do you need to rent out a property?
With that in mind, here’s a list of every certificate that a landlord needs in order to rent out a property.
- Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
- Electrical Certificates.
- Gas Safety Certificate.
- Fire safety checks.
- Legionella risk assessment.
- Deposit Protection Paperwork.
Is a selective licence transferable?
No, selective licences cannot be transferred from one person to another. If you sold a property during a Selective Licensing scheme, you must contact the Council so that the existing licence can be revoked. The purchaser would need to apply for a new license if they still want to rent out the property.
What are the 3 basic types of HMO?
There are four types of HMOs: staff model, group model, network model, and independent practice association.
Do I need a HMO licence for 3 tenants?
Licences. An HMO must have a licence if it is occupied by 5 or more people. A council can also include other types of HMOs for licensing.