Verified · 7 July 2026
North West Leicestershire: landlord licensing, explained and verified
Every English council sets its own additional and selective licensing on top of the national HMO rules. This is the current position in North West Leicestershire, verified on 7 July 2026. Check any postcode free in 10 seconds with the licence checker.
Mandatory HMO licensing in North West Leicestershire
The national rule applies everywhere in England: a house in multiple occupation with 5 or more occupants forming 2 or more households must be licensed. Letting a licensable HMO without a licence risks a civil penalty of up to £30,000 or an unlimited fine.
Additional licensing in North West Leicestershire
North West Leicestershire currently has no additional licensing scheme on record. Only the national mandatory HMO rules apply to shared houses. Councils can designate new schemes after consultation, so this can change.
Selective licensing in North West Leicestershire
North West Leicestershire currently has no selective licensing scheme on record, so non-HMO rentals do not need a local licence today. Schemes are designated for 5 years at a time and new consultations appear regularly.
Upcoming licensing changes in North West Leicestershire
North West Leicestershire District Council is in the process of finalising its Local Plan, which is expected to include a new policy, labelled H8. This policy aims to restrict future Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) in the village of Kegworth if more than 10% are within a 100-meter radius.
What getting it wrong costs
Letting an unlicensed property that needed a licence carries civil penalties of up to £30,000 per property (up to £40,000 for some offences under the Renters’ Rights Act), rent repayment orders of up to 24 months of rent, and you cannot serve a valid Section 21 notice while unlicensed. “I didn’t know” is not a defence.
How fresh is this page?
This page was last verified on 7 July 2026, and we keep it current as schemes and fees change. Rules and fees change (most councils revise fees each April), so always confirm with the council directly before applying.
Licensing in other councils
Every English council sets its own schemes. North Somerset · North Tyneside · North Warwickshire · North Yorkshire · Northumberland · Norwich · or browse all councils A to Z.
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Check what your properties needFAQ
Do I need an HMO licence in North West Leicestershire?
Any HMO with 5+ occupants forming 2+ households needs a mandatory licence. North West Leicestershire has no additional licensing scheme on record, so smaller HMOs do not currently need a local licence.
Does North West Leicestershire have selective licensing?
No selective licensing scheme is on record for North West Leicestershire today, so single lets do not need a local licence. This can change after council consultation.
How is this information kept up to date?
This data was last verified on 7 July 2026, and we keep it current as schemes and fees change. Landlords on SUCASA get alerted the moment rules change.
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