Liverpool 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.
Sourced from Liverpool announcements and tracked by our weekly scanner. Always verify directly with the council before applying.
Selective licensing covering 16 wards and around 80% of the city's privately rented homes. Landlords renting to a single household or two unrelated sharers in designated wards must hold a licence.
Read the original announcement →Liverpool City Council is consulting on extending selective licensing to cover the entire city from April 2027. The current scheme covers ~80% of privately rented homes; expansion would close the remaining 20% gap.
Read the original announcement →Regardless of any Liverpool-specific scheme, you also need to comply with the national mandatory HMO licensing rules under the Housing Act 2004:
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Disclaimer: This page is an indicative guide based on publicly announced Liverpool schemes and the Housing Act 2004 standard test. It is not legal advice. Council schemes change frequently — always confirm the current position with Liverpool City Council before letting or applying for a licence.