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.