Landlord licensing in Glasgow City Council

Strathclyde · Scotland · Postcode areas G

Licensing at a glance

HMO licensing
Mandatory (3+ unrelated occupiers)
Additional licensing
Landlord registration required
Selective licensing
Short-term let licensing in force
Typical fees
HMO licence from around £1,100
Towns covered
Glasgow, Hillhead, Partick, Dennistoun

What this means for you

If you let a property in Glasgow 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 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 designations, fees and boundaries change regularly. This page is a general summary, not legal advice — always confirm the position for the exact address with Glasgow City Council before letting. Last reviewed 2 August 2026.