Landlord guide: London Borough of Haringey
What landlords and letting agents need to know about property licensing, safety certificates and compliance in London Borough of Haringey.
Overview
If you let a property in the London Borough of Haringey, first confirm which licensing regime applies. Mandatory HMO licensing covers properties let to five or more people forming two or more households. Additional licensing can extend to smaller HMOs, and selective licensing can apply to all private rented homes in a designated area. Designations run for up to five years and are often ward- or street-specific. The Renters' Rights Act 2025 (main provisions commence 2026) replaces fixed-term assured shorthold tenancies with periodic assured tenancies and ends 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 London Borough of Haringey
Mandatory 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 is currently in force for smaller HMOs across specific wards and streets in Haringey. This scheme requires a licence for HMOs occupied by three or four tenants forming two or more households. Check the council's website for current designations and precise boundaries.. Selective licensing: Selective licensing schemes are in operation in various wards across Haringey, requiring all private rented properties, including single-family lets, to be licensed in designated areas. Landlords must check the specific addresses on the council's website to confirm if a licence is required..
Fees and applications
Mandatory HMO, Additional, and Selective Licensing fees apply. The fee is payable in two parts: a Part A fee at application and a Part B fee upon licence grant. Discounts may be available for accredited landlords or for online applications. Current fees are detailed on the council's website. Apply or check a designation at https://www.haringey.gov.uk/housing/private-rented-property/property-licensing.
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 London Borough of Haringey 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.