Private Renting Licence

Living in the hustle and bustle of the UK, it seems that every tenant and resident that you come across is renting out room or property from a private landlord. But, if you are yourself a landlord and are looking to rent out a space, you will need a Private Renting Licence first.

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Authority
Local Council
Duration
4 weeks
Cost
£500
Valid For
5 years
STEPS TO GET LICENSED
Application for Private Renting Licence
  • valid gas safety certificate
  • electrical installation condition report
  • tenancy agreement
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Private Renting Licences ensure that private landlords are following all health and safety requirements while also highlighting landlords that put tenants at risk by supplying properties and accommodations that are not of good condition.  

Whether you need a licence to rent your property or not will depend on which part of the UK you reside in. Some areas do require a licence, however, areas that do will require landlords to obtain a Private Renting Licence. Landlords found renting a property without a licence may face a fine of up to £30,000.

The cost of a Private Renting Licence will depend on the local authority and how they have devised costs. Licences can start from £500 and go up to £1,000 depending on the area in which you are based.

A private landlord who is renting out their property to residents can apply for a Private Renting Licence. This could also be a manager who is employed by the property owner.

Yes. By law, councils have to keep a register that can be accessed by the public. Many local authorities will have an online searchable database in which tenants can check to see if their landlord has been licenced or not.

If you are a resident and you suspect that a property has not been licenced, you must contact your local authority.

Most Private Renting Licences last up to 5 years. You will need to renew your licence after the 5 years duration period if you continue to rent out your property.

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