Landlord guide for Aberdeen
Aberdeen operates under Scottish law, with private residential tenancies, landlord registration and rent adjudication rules.
Licensing and local rules
- Landlord registration with the council is mandatory before letting.
- HMO licensing applies from three unrelated occupiers, which is lower than England.
- Scottish repairing standard duties apply throughout the tenancy.
What the local market looks like
- Energy sector employment still shapes demand, so the market moves with the industry.
- Purchase prices have been softer than most UK cities, which supports yields.
- Granite tenement flats often share common repair costs between owners.
Your council
Licensing designations change, so always confirm the position for the exact address with the local authority before you let.