Landlord licensing in North Warwickshire Council

Licensing at a glance

HMO licensing

Mandatory HMO licensing applies to any property let to five or more people forming two or more households who share a kitchen, bathroom or toilet.

Additional licensing

Additional licensing can extend licensing to smaller HMOs. Designations typically run for up to five years and are ward- or street-specific. Always confirm the position for the exact address with the council.

Selective licensing

Selective licensing can require a licence for every private rented home in a designated area, including single-family lets. Landlords must check the current designations before advertising a property.

Towns covered

North Warwickshire

What this means for you

If you let a property in the North Warwickshire Council area, confirm which licensing regime applies to the exact address. Mandatory HMO licensing covers properties let to five or more people forming two or more households who share facilities. Additional licensing may extend to smaller HMOs and selective licensing can apply to all private rented homes in designated areas. Always check current designations and requirements on the council's website before a new tenancy, as designations, fees, and boundaries can change. The Renters' Rights Act 2025 (main provisions commenced 2026) replaces fixed-term assured shorthold tenancies with periodic assured tenancies and ends section 21 'no-fault' evictions.

Official links

• Licensing pages
• Council website