Manchester City Council expands selective licensing
Three new areas added to the mandatory licensing scheme from early January 2025 across Manchester.
Key Takeaways
- Expansion of selective licensing across three additional Manchester wards.
- All private landlords in designated areas must hold a valid property licence.
- Licence conditions require valid gas, electrical, and energy certificates.
- Civil financial penalties of up to £30,000 for letting an unlicensed property.
Designated Selective Licensing Areas
Manchester City Council has formally designated additional wards for selective licensing to improve property management and tenancy standards. Landlords letting properties within these boundaries must submit formal licence applications prior to designated deadlines.
Required Documentation and Standards
Before a licence is granted, landlords must provide a current Gas Safety Certificate (CP12), a satisfactory Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR), an Energy Performance Certificate (minimum Band E), and evidence of suitable waste management arrangements.
Penalties for Operating Unlicensed
Renting property without a required licence is a strict liability offence. Local authorities can issue civil penalty notices up to £30,000, and tenants can apply for Rent Repayment Orders (RROs) reclaiming up to 12 months of rental payments.
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