Rental Property Licensing in Brixton

Brixton falls within the London Borough of Lambeth. Lambeth has introduced selective licensing in specific wards, and it is worth checking whether your property in Brixton falls within a designated area.

Selective licensing in Lambeth

Lambeth Council has introduced selective licensing schemes covering parts of the borough. Brixton sits within several wards, including Brixton Hill, Coldharbour, and Tulse Hill. If your property falls within a designated selective licensing ward, it will need a licence even if it is rented to a single household.

Because selective licensing in Lambeth applies to specific wards rather than the whole borough, the only reliable way to know whether your property is affected is to check its address.

Additional and mandatory HMO licensing

Lambeth also operates additional licensing for smaller HMOs with three or more tenants from two or more households sharing facilities. Mandatory HMO licensing applies across the whole borough for properties with five or more tenants from two or more households.

What happens if you do not have a licence

Operating a licensable property without a licence in Lambeth can result in a civil penalty of up to £30,000. Tenants may also be able to apply for a Rent Repayment Order.

How to check if your property needs a licence

Use Tuxa to check any address in Brixton instantly. You can also visit the Lambeth Council website for information on the selective licensing wards.

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