Landlord licensing in Liverpool City Council
North West · England · Postcode areas L
Licensing at a glance
- HMO licensing
- Mandatory
- Additional licensing
- Yes
- Selective licensing
- No citywide scheme currently in operation. Specific areas may be designated for selective licensing; check the council's website.
- Typical fees
- From around £600 per property
- Towns covered
- Liverpool, Kensington, Wavertree, Anfield
What this means for you
If you let a property in Liverpool 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 rent repayment order for up to 12 months of rent, and restrictions on serving a section 21 notice or bringing possession proceedings on a contractual periodic tenancy. 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 Liverpool City Council before letting. Last reviewed 2 August 2026.