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 → Haringey HMO licensing guide
HMO licence in Haringey — do I 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. Always verify directly with the council before applying.
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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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.