Apply for a private rented property licence

Anyone can apply, but they must be the most appropriate person. For example, the landlord, person who receives the rent or is in control of the property.

What you need to apply

You'll need to fill in the online application form with proof that you meet the licensing requirements.

If you do not include everything the form asks for, we'll reject your application. We will not refund any payment you made.  

You can save the form as you go and come back to it.

You'll need a credit or debit card to pay. You cannot use a business credit card or American Express.

Proof we need

For HMO and selective licences, we need:

• a floor plan of the property including room sizes in square metres - this can be a sketch
• the number and location of kitchen and bathroom facilities - this should be included on the floor plan
• the location of smoke alarms, heat detectors and fire doors - this should be included on the floor plan
• the electrical installation condition report (EICR)
• the current gas safety certificate, from a registered gas safe engineer - if there's a gas supply
• the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)

For HMO licences, we also need:

• the British Standard test report for any fire alarm system installed
• the British Standard test report for any emergency lighting system installed
• a copy of every tenant's tenancy agreement

If you live outside the UK we also need a signed declaration of consent. Download the declaration of consent:

How to draw a floor plan

The floor plan helps us to understand the layout and size of a property. 

Download our guide to help you draw an accurate floor plan:

If you do not include everything the form asks for, we’ll reject your application. We will not refund any payment you made.  

You'll only get a refund if: 

• we tell you that your property does not need a licence, for example because it's exempt
• you make a duplicate application 

Apply

You'll need to create an account the first time you use the property licensing portal.