Do I need an HMO licence in Haringey?

Possibly. On top of the national mandatory HMO licence, Haringey runs 2 additional or selective schemes that can require a licence for smaller HMOs or even single-household rentals. Check the scheme details above against your property's address.

Which property licensing schemes are active in Haringey?

Haringey currently has 2 schemes on our register: Haringey Borough-Wide Additional HMO Licensing 2024-2029 (from 17 June 2024 (5 years)); Haringey Selective Licensing — 14 wards (from 17 November 2022 (5 years)). Each can require a licence beyond the national mandatory HMO rules — check the scheme details and council links above against your property's address.

How many tenants make a property an HMO in Haringey?

The national test is the same across England: 5 or more occupants from 2 or more separate households sharing a kitchen, bathroom or toilet need a mandatory licence. Haringey's own scheme(s) can set a lower threshold — see the schemes listed above.

What's the penalty for an unlicensed HMO in Haringey?

Letting an unlicensed HMO in Haringey can mean a civil penalty of up to £30,000 per offence, a Rent Repayment Order of up to 12 months' rent, and a criminal record.

Where do I apply for an HMO licence in Haringey?

HMO licence applications in Haringey are handled by London Borough of Haringey. Use the official scheme links above for the current rules and the application route.

Haringey HMO licensing guide

Haringey HMO licence — do you need one?

Haringey has 2 licensing schemes on our register, on top of the national mandatory HMO rules. This page summarises the active and upcoming schemes, links to the council source, and explains what you need to do as a landlord.

Active and upcoming schemes

Sourced from Haringey announcements and tracked by our weekly scanner. Last checked 13 July 2026. Always verify directly with the council before applying.

Additional HMOEffective: 17 June 2024 (5 years)

Haringey Borough-Wide Additional HMO Licensing 2024-2029

Borough-wide additional licensing covering all HMOs, including Section 257 converted blocks.

Read the original announcement →

SelectiveEffective: 17 November 2022 (5 years)

Haringey Selective Licensing — 14 wards

Selective licensing covering Bounds Green, Bruce Castle, Harringay, Hermitage & Gardens, Noel Park, Northumberland Park, Seven Sisters, South Tottenham, St Ann's, Tottenham Central, Tottenham Hale, West Green, White Hart Lane and Woodside wards.

Read the original announcement →

National mandatory HMO rules (apply everywhere in England)

Regardless of any Haringey-specific scheme, you also need to comply with the national mandatory HMO licensing rules under the Housing Act 2004:

5 or more occupants from 2 or more separate households sharing a kitchen, bathroom or toilet → mandatory HMO licence required.
A household = single person, couple, or family unit. Unrelated sharers each count as a separate household.
Unlicensed HMOs face civil penalties up to £30,000, Rent Repayment Orders (up to 12 months' rent).

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HMO licensing in Haringey — FAQ

Do I need an HMO licence in Haringey?: Possibly. On top of the national mandatory HMO licence, Haringey runs 2 additional or selective schemes that can require a licence for smaller HMOs or even single-household rentals. Check the scheme details above against your property's address.
Which property licensing schemes are active in Haringey?: Haringey currently has 2 schemes on our register: Haringey Borough-Wide Additional HMO Licensing 2024-2029 (from 17 June 2024 (5 years)); Haringey Selective Licensing — 14 wards (from 17 November 2022 (5 years)). Each can require a licence beyond the national mandatory HMO rules — check the scheme details and council links above against your property's address.
How many tenants make a property an HMO in Haringey?: The national test is the same across England: 5 or more occupants from 2 or more separate households sharing a kitchen, bathroom or toilet need a mandatory licence. Haringey's own scheme(s) can set a lower threshold — see the schemes listed above.
What's the penalty for an unlicensed HMO in Haringey?: Letting an unlicensed HMO in Haringey can mean a civil penalty of up to £30,000 per offence, a Rent Repayment Order of up to 12 months' rent, and a criminal record.
Where do I apply for an HMO licence in Haringey?: HMO licence applications in Haringey are handled by London Borough of Haringey. Use the official scheme links above for the current rules and the application route.

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Disclaimer: This page is an indicative guide based on publicly announced Haringey schemes and the Housing Act 2004 standard test. It is not legal advice. Council schemes change frequently — always confirm the current position with London Borough of Haringey before letting or applying for a licence.