Landlord licensing in Coventry City Council

Licensing at a glance

HMO licensing

Mandatory

Additional licensing

Yes - a city-wide scheme for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) not covered by mandatory licensing.

Selective licensing

Yes - designated areas in parts of the city.

Typical fees

From around £900 for 5 years

Towns covered

Coventry, Earlsdon, Foleshill

What this means for you

If you let a property in Coventry City Council, check whether it falls inside a licensing designation before you advertise it. Licensable properties let without a licence can lead to a civil penalty of up to £30,000 per offence, a criminal prosecution with an unlimited fine, and a rent repayment order for up to 12 months of rent. Confirm the licensing status by postcode on the council website, keep gas, electrical and EPC certificates current, and store the licence with your compliance records.

Official links

• Licensing pages
• Council website