Rental Property Licensing in Moss Side, Manchester

Moss Side is an inner-city area of Manchester, located approximately two miles south of Manchester city centre. It has a large private rented sector and has been subject to selective licensing schemes as part of Manchester City Council's approach to improving housing standards in the area.

Selective licensing in Moss Side

Manchester City Council has designated selective licensing schemes in parts of Moss Side. Designated areas have included Viscount Street and Claremont Road, among others. Landlords of privately rented properties in the designated areas must hold a selective licence.

The selective licensing scheme applies to properties rented to a single household or two unrelated people that are not already subject to HMO licensing. Landlords who fail to obtain a licence face civil penalties of up to £30,000 or prosecution. The council periodically reviews and renews its licensing designations, so landlords should check the current status of their specific address.

Additional licensing for HMOs in Moss Side

Manchester City Council operates additional licensing schemes for HMOs in designated areas of the city. Landlords of properties with three or four occupants in Moss Side should check whether their property falls within the current additional licensing designation.

Mandatory HMO licensing

Properties in Moss Side occupied by five or more people forming two or more households, sharing facilities, are subject to mandatory HMO licensing. This is a national requirement and applies across the whole of Manchester.

How to apply

Licence applications for properties in Moss Side are made through Manchester City Council's online portal. For current information on designated areas, fees, and application requirements, visit the Manchester City Council landlord licensing page.