See official guidnace for Local Authority Officers - Selective licensing in the private rented sector: a guide for local authorities - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

DASH has brought together a number of useful guides to assist housing professionals in the area: 

 Houses in Multiple Occupation - Licensing

 A Guide to the Management of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs)

Many Local Authorities are considering introducing Discretionary Licensing of properties in the private rented sector.

Selective licensing in the private rented sector: a guide for local authorities - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) This document was updated on 16th December 2024 

Landlords are encouraged to visit the individual Local Authority’s websites to ascertain if a Discretionary Licensing is in operation - the Council do not take unawareness of a scheme as a defence and you could face a fine or even prosecution.