Westminster City Council is implementing a new Selective Property Licensing (SPL) scheme to combat poor housing conditions and anti-social behaviour across most of the city.
| Detail | Summary |
| Start Date | 24 November 2025 |
| Scope | All privately rented properties in 15 of the city’s 18 wards. |
| Exclusions | The scheme does not apply to Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) that are already licensed under existing Mandatory or Additional HMO licensing schemes. |
| Requirement | Landlords must apply for and be granted a licence for each qualifying property they let. |
| Purpose | To target rogue landlords, reduce anti-social behaviour, and ensure substandard properties are brought up to acceptable living standards. |
Key Action for Landlords: If you own a privately rented property in Westminster, you need to check if it falls within the 15 designated wards and prepare to apply for a licence before the November 2025 start date. The scheme will involve licence fees and compliance with specific licence conditions related to property management and maintenance.
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