Landlord licensing in Monmouthshire Council

Licensing at a glance

HMO licensing

Mandatory HMO licensing applies to larger shared houses across Wales that meet the criteria of the Housing Act 2004. This is a separate requirement in addition to Rent Smart Wales registration and licensing.

Additional licensing

Monmouthshire Council has the power to introduce additional licensing schemes for smaller Houses in Multiple Occupation that are not subject to mandatory licensing. This power can be used to address specific local issues related to the management or condition of these properties.

Selective licensing

Monmouthshire Council has the power to introduce selective licensing schemes for all privately rented properties in designated areas. This power can be used to address specific local issues, such as poor property conditions or anti-social behaviour.

Towns covered

Monmouthshire

What this means for you

If you let a property in the Monmouthshire Council area, landlords and agents must register with Rent Smart Wales. This includes undergoing training and obtaining a licence to self-manage, or appointing a licensed agent. Mandatory HMO licensing applies to larger shared houses, in addition to Rent Smart Wales duties. Additional licensing may extend to smaller HMOs in designated areas, and selective licensing may apply to all privately rented properties in other designated areas. Designations, fees and boundaries in Wales can change, so check the council's own licensing pages for current details. Welsh lets are governed by the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016. Maintain a compliance pack for every Monmouthshire Council tenancy, including 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 pre-tenancy documents.