Landlord licensing in East Riding of Yorkshire Council
Yorkshire and The Humber · England
Licensing at a glance
- HMO licensing
- Mandatory HMO licensing applies to properties let to five or more people forming two or more households who share a kitchen, bathroom or toilet. The East Riding of Yorkshire Council does not currently operate any additional or selective licensing schemes, but this can change.
- Additional licensing
- East Riding of Yorkshire Council does not currently operate an additional licensing scheme for smaller HMOs. Such designations typically run for up to five years and are ward- or street-specific. Landlords should always check the council's housing pages for updates.
- Selective licensing
- East Riding of Yorkshire Council does not currently operate any selective licensing schemes that would require a licence for every private rented home in a designated area. Designations are time-limited and can be introduced at any time, so check current council information.
- Typical fees
- East Riding of Yorkshire Council does not currently operate any additional or selective licensing schemes, therefore no local licensing fees apply beyond mandatory HMO licensing where applicable.
- Towns covered
- East Riding of Yorkshire
What this means for you
If you let a property in the East Riding of Yorkshire Council area, the first step is to confirm any licensing requirements for the specific address. Mandatory HMO licensing applies to larger HMOs. Additional licensing can extend to smaller HMOs, and selective licensing can cover all private rented homes in designated areas. These designations are time-limited and can be very localised, so always check the council's current schemes before a new tenancy. The Renters' Rights Act 2025 (main provisions commence 2026) has introduced periodic assured tenancies and abolished Section 21 evictions. Regardless of licensing, ensure you have a current gas safety record, an EICR no more than five years old, a valid EPC, working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, deposit protection and prescribed information, and all required prescribed documents served before the tenancy starts.
Official links
Licensing designations, fees and boundaries change regularly. This page is a general summary, not legal advice — always confirm the position for the exact address with East Riding of Yorkshire Council before letting. Last reviewed 2 August 2026.