Landlord licensing in Gloucester Council

Licensing at a glance

HMO licensing

Mandatory HMO licensing applies to any property let to three or more people forming two or more households who share a kitchen, bathroom or toilet. The national licensing conditions also apply to all licensed HMOs.

Additional licensing

Gloucester City Council has previously run additional licensing schemes for smaller HMOs. Any current or future designations will be published on the council's website. If introduced, additional licensing conditions and requirements will apply.

Selective licensing

Gloucester City Council has previously run selective licensing schemes for all private rented homes in designated areas. Any current or future designations will be published on the council's website. If introduced, selective licensing conditions and requirements will apply.

Typical fees

Mandatory HMO Licence Fees: Part A £720, Part B £180. (Total £900). Other fees may apply for additional or selective licensing schemes if introduced.

Towns covered

Gloucester

What this means for you

If you let a property in the Gloucester City Council area, confirm which licensing regime the exact address falls under. Mandatory HMO licensing applies to any property let to three or more people forming two or more households who share facilities. Additional licensing can extend licensing to smaller HMOs, and selective licensing can require a licence for every private rented home in a designated area, including single-family lets. Check current designations before advertising. Designations, fees and boundaries change, so check the council's own licensing pages before each new tenancy. Whatever the licensing position, ensure compliance with the Renters' Rights Act 2025 including the new property conditions. Keep the same evidence pack for every Gloucester City Council tenancy: a current gas safety record where there is gas, an EICR no more than five years old, a valid EPC, working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, deposit protection and prescribed information, and the required prescribed documents served before the tenancy starts.

Official links

• Licensing pages
• Council website