Camden Council Seeks Feedback on HMO Licensing Scheme Renewal

Overview

Camden Council has launched a public consultation on the renewal of its Additional Licensing Scheme for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs). The scheme, which has been in place since 2015, is set to expire in December 2025 and aims to ensure safety and management standards in privately rented homes.

Who is Affected?

The scheme applies to house and flat shares, student homes, bedsits, and some converted flats. Landlords must obtain an additional licence if they own or manage an HMO occupied by three or more people.

Consultation Details

• Start Date: Monday, 27 January 2025
• End Date: Tuesday, 8 April 2025 (midnight)
• How to Participate: Visit camden.gov.uk/hmo-consultation

For further details, contact the HMO licensing team at:
📞 020 7974 5969 (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm)
📧 hmoconsultation@camden.gov.uk

Public Drop-in Sessions

Residents, landlords, and businesses can attend library drop-in sessions to learn more and share views:

📍 Pancras Square Library – Tuesday 4 February, 10.30am – 12.30pm
📍 Swiss Cottage Library – Thursday 13 February, 2pm – 4pm
📍 Kentish Town Library – Tuesday 4 March, 12 noon – 2pm
📍 Camden Town Library – Thursday 20 March, 4pm – 6pm
📍 Queens Crescent Library – Tuesday 1 April, 11.30am – 1.30pm

Council Statement

Cllr Sagal Abdi-Wali, Cabinet Member for Better Homes:
“Everyone deserves a safe place to call home. With over a third of Camden’s households privately renting, it’s crucial these homes meet the highest standards. Your feedback will help improve conditions and tackle sub-standard housing.”

Have Your Say!

Landlords, tenants, agents, and service providers in Camden are encouraged to share their views to help shape the future of HMO licensing in the borough.