Landlord guide: East Riding of Yorkshire Council
What landlords and letting agents need to know about property licensing, safety certificates and compliance in East Riding of Yorkshire Council.
Overview
If you let a property in the East Riding of Yorkshire Council area, the first step is to confirm any licensing requirements for the specific address. Mandatory HMO licensing applies to larger HMOs. Additional licensing can extend to smaller HMOs, and selective licensing can cover all private rented homes in designated areas. These designations are time-limited and can be very localised, so always check the council's current schemes before a new tenancy. The Renters' Rights Act 2025 (main provisions commence 2026) has introduced periodic assured tenancies and abolished Section 21 evictions. Regardless of licensing, ensure you have 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 prescribed documents served before the tenancy starts.
Licensing in East Riding of Yorkshire Council
Mandatory HMO licensing: Mandatory HMO licensing applies to properties let to five or more people forming two or more households who share a kitchen, bathroom or toilet. The East Riding of Yorkshire Council does not currently operate any additional or selective licensing schemes, but this can change.. Additional licensing: East Riding of Yorkshire Council does not currently operate an additional licensing scheme for smaller HMOs. Such designations typically run for up to five years and are ward- or street-specific. Landlords should always check the council's housing pages for updates.. Selective licensing: East Riding of Yorkshire Council does not currently operate any selective licensing schemes that would require a licence for every private rented home in a designated area. Designations are time-limited and can be introduced at any time, so check current council information..
Fees and applications
East Riding of Yorkshire Council does not currently operate any additional or selective licensing schemes, therefore no local licensing fees apply beyond mandatory HMO licensing where applicable. Apply or check a designation at https://www.eastriding.gov.uk/housing/private-housing/houses-in-multiple-occupation-hmo/.
Safety and compliance
Keep an annual gas safety record where there is gas, a valid EICR every five years, a current EPC, working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, and evidence that you served the required statutory documents at the start of the tenancy.
Renters' Rights Act 2025
Assured shorthold tenancies are replaced by periodic assured tenancies, section 21 is abolished and the possession grounds change. Landlords in East Riding of Yorkshire Council should review notices, rent increase procedure and record keeping ahead of the main provisions commencing in 2026.
Councils covered
Local rules change frequently. Always confirm licensing designations and fees with the council for the exact address before letting. This guide is general information, not legal advice.