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Council websiteLandlord licensing in London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham
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Licensing scorecard
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Selective licensing
Active selectiveAdditional HMO licensing
Active additionalMandatory HMO licensing
Applies across England- Source confidence
- High
- Boundary confidence
- Low
- Public register
- Not yet confirmed
- Last reviewed
- 28 March 2026
- Next review due
- Not scheduled
- Sources recorded
- 4
Our current data is a research summary, not a legal record. This should be verified with the council before letting, purchasing, refinancing, or taking legal action. Mandatory HMO licensing may still apply even where no local additional or selective scheme is recorded.
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Verify the position with the official council source
Our current data shows an active local scheme and a clear area match. The fastest reliable next step is to confirm the current fees, dates, boundaries, and exemptions on the official council source before letting, purchasing, refinancing, or taking legal action.
What still adds uncertainty
- At least one scheme uses street or custom-area boundaries, so a postcode match can only be approximate.
- Mandatory HMO licensing can apply based on occupancy and households, which cannot be confirmed from a postcode alone.
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Local licensing scheme records
Selective LicensingActive
Selective Licensing Scheme (2022–2027)
Covers 24 designated streets in the borough where levels of antisocial behaviour, rubbish nuisance, and noise problems arising from rented accommodation were above average. Applies to all privately rented houses and flats let to one or more tenants in these streets, regardless of property size or number of occupants. Described as the most complex selective licensing scheme in the UK due to its highly targeted street-level approach. This scheme replaced the 2017–2022 scheme which covered 128 streets - reduced following data analysis using the Simplex Method and a 12-week public consultation.
- Licence fee
- £742
- Fee guide
- £742
- Discount available
- £80 discount for members of an accredited landlord body (National Residential Landlords' Association, London Landlord Accreditation Scheme). £50 discount for landlords who sign up to the H&F Landlord Rental Charter as part of the application process. Only one discount is applied per licence; the accreditation discount is the larger saving.
- Scheme period
- 5 June 2022 - 4 June 2027
- Typical licence term
- Up to 5 years
- Coverage
- See council website for boundaries
Research notes
Approved at Cabinet meeting on 6 December 2021. Became effective 5 June 2022, replacing the previous 2017–2022 selective licensing scheme. The previous scheme covered 128 streets (approximately 20% of borough streets). The 2022 reduction to 24 streets followed the Simplex Method analysis which found half the 128 streets generated less than 10% of total licences, and a 12-week consultation in which 465 residents responded. Of the 24 current streets, 16 were carried over from the previous scheme and 8 are new additions. Applications submitted via propertylicensing.lbhf.gov.uk. Processing time approximately 8 weeks for draft licence, 12 weeks for final licence.
Our current data shows this scheme based on public information. Always verify the latest fees, dates, and boundary wording on the official council page.
Additional LicensingActive
Additional HMO Licensing Scheme (2022–2027)
Borough-wide scheme covering all HMOs shared by three or more people from two or more households sharing facilities, not already covered by mandatory HMO licensing. Also covers certain Section 257 HMOs (buildings converted to self-contained flats where the conversion did not comply with Building Regulations). The scheme is a renewal of the original additional licensing scheme that started 5 June 2017.
- HMO licence fee
- £742
- Fee guide
- £742
- Discount available
- £80 discount for members of an accredited landlord body (NRLA, London Landlord Accreditation Scheme). £50 discount for landlords who sign up to the H&F Landlord Rental Charter as part of the application process. Only one discount per licence; accreditation discount is the larger saving.
- Scheme period
- 5 June 2022 - 4 June 2027
- Typical licence term
- Up to 5 years
- Coverage
- Borough-wide
Research notes
Approved at Cabinet meeting on 6 December 2021. The scheme is a continuation of the original additional licensing scheme that started 5 June 2017. The 2022 renewal was approved following a 12-week public consultation (465 respondents). The council considered but decided not to extend Section 257 HMO licensing to all such buildings, restricting it to those where no flats are owner-occupied and leaseholders are not self-managing. The council estimated approximately 5,859 properties needed an additional licence (as of May 2019). As of October 2024, 4,446 additional licences were on the register. Applications via propertylicensing.lbhf.gov.uk.
Our current data shows this scheme based on public information. Always verify the latest fees, dates, and boundary wording on the official council page.
Selective LicensingExpired
Previous Selective Licensing Scheme (2017–2022)
The original selective licensing scheme covering 128 streets in the borough where levels of antisocial behaviour, rubbish nuisance, and noise problems were above average. A review found that 11% of streets (128 streets) accounted for 26% of police call-outs, crime, environmental nuisance, litter, and fly-tipping. This scheme expired on 4 June 2022 and was replaced by the scaled-back 24-street scheme.
- Licence fee
- £555
- Fee guide
- £555
- Scheme period
- 5 June 2017 - 4 June 2022
- Typical licence term
- Up to 5 years
- Coverage
- See council website for boundaries
Research notes
Expired 4 June 2022. Replaced by the 2022–2027 scheme covering only 24 streets following review and consultation. A review found that 10 of the 128 streets had produced no licences and 54 had produced fewer than 5 - half the streets generated less than 10% of total licences. The Simplex Method mathematical model was used to identify the optimal concentration of streets for the new scheme.
Our current data shows this scheme based on public information. Always verify the latest fees, dates, and boundary wording on the official council page.
Additional LicensingExpired
Previous Additional HMO Licensing Scheme (2017–2022)
Borough-wide additional HMO licensing scheme covering HMOs with 3 or more occupants not covered by mandatory licensing. Expired 4 June 2022 and was replaced by the renewed 2022–2027 scheme.
- HMO licence fee
- £555
- Fee guide
- £555
- Scheme period
- 5 June 2017 - 4 June 2022
- Typical licence term
- Up to 5 years
- Coverage
- Borough-wide
Research notes
Expired 4 June 2022. The renewed 2022–2027 scheme narrowed the Section 257 HMO scope following consultation, removing owner-occupied and leaseholder-managed buildings from the licensing requirement.
Our current data shows this scheme based on public information. Always verify the latest fees, dates, and boundary wording on the official council page.
Public licensing register
Councils must keep a public register of licensed properties. How easy it is to use varies a lot between councils.
- Public register found
- Not confirmed
- Search method
- Download a file (PDF or spreadsheet)
- Register usability
- Download only (PDF or file) (3/5)
- Register updated
- October 2024
Register appears to cover
HMOAdditionalSelective
Appears to cover HMO, additional and selective licences - always confirm scope on the register itself.
Register notes
The register is maintained under the Housing Act 2004 (section 232). Free to view by appointment via Microsoft Teams (9am–5pm weekdays) - contact phs@lbhf.gov.uk to arrange. A PDF copy of the HMO register can be purchased for £54 by emailing phs@lbhf.gov.uk. The publicly downloadable XLSX extract on the website shows addresses and dates but not licensee personal details. As of October 2024, the register contained: 820 mandatory HMO licences, 4,446 additional licences, and 3,839 selective licences (total approximately 9,105 licences).
We do not yet show a direct public register link for this council.
The council register and official source pages should be treated as the source of truth. Our summary is a guide to help you find and use them, not a substitute for the live register. How public registers work.
Research summary
These public research signals help show how recently this page was reviewed and what still needs checking before you rely on it.
Last reviewed
28 March 2026
Research confidence
High (71/100)
Sources checked
4
Research notes
Core scheme details (types, dates, coverage, streets, eligibility) are confirmed consistently across multiple official LBHF sources via web search and third-party aggregators (London Property Licensing, Kamma, Fraser Bond). The fee discrepancy between sources is resolved by date: Kamma figures (£597.50/£1,387) are labelled accurate to July 2025; London Property Licensing figures (£742/£1,627) are labelled accurate to January 2026 - the more recent figure is used. The scheme history (2017–2022 to 2022–2027, 128 streets to 24 streets) is well-documented. Register details (downloadable XLSX, £54 PDF copy, free viewing by appointment) are confirmed from the official register page via search results. As of March 2026, no consultation on scheme renewal has been announced; schemes expire June 2027.
Council contact details
- phs@lbhf.gov.uk
- Phone
- 020 8753 1703
Important to verify
- Exact mandatory HMO fee structure for 2022 at scheme launch could not be fully verified for all bedroom counts (5-bed confirmed at £1,300; per-room supplement amount at launch not confirmed separately from current £170)
- Whether mandatory HMO licence fees apply a per-bedroom supplement for all licences or only for those above a threshold beyond 5 bedrooms
- Formal direct confirmation from an official LBHF page that fees increased to £742/£1,627 as of January 2026 (confirmed via London Property Licensing, which cross-references official sources, but LBHF direct sub-pages returned 404 errors)
- Any recent council change that could affect the current public summary.
Mandatory HMO licensing
All councils in England must operate mandatory HMO licensing. This applies to properties with 5 or more occupants forming 2 or more separate households, regardless of location. If your property meets these criteria, you must apply for a mandatory HMO licence from London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham.
Not sure whether the rules apply? Use the HMO licence checker to check whether a property may need an HMO licence, then verify the current position with London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham.
Council-specific HMO detail we currently show
National mandatory scheme applying borough-wide to all Houses in Multiple Occupation with 5 or more persons forming two or more separate households. Extended from 1 October 2018 to cover all HMOs with 5+ occupants regardless of number of storeys (previously only 3+ storey properties). Includes shared houses, bedsit-style properties, and converted properties. Excludes purpose-built self-contained flat blocks of 3 or more units.
- HMO fee guide
- £1,627
- Fee notes
- £1627
- Typical licence term
- Up to 5 years
- Start date shown
- 1 October 2018
National mandatory scheme under Housing Act 2004, extended from 1 October 2018 to cover all HMOs with 5+ occupants regardless of storeys. Not a local designation; no expiry date. The council estimated approximately 717 HMOs required a mandatory HMO licence in May 2019. As of October 2024, 820 mandatory HMO licences were on the register. Large HMOs may require an inspection before the licence is granted to assess suitability and conditions; inspections can extend processing beyond 12 weeks. Applications via propertylicensing.lbhf.gov.uk (phone: 0208 753 1081).
Other compliance requirements
In addition to licensing, all private landlords in England must comply with these requirements:
- Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) - renewed annually
- EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) - every 5 years
- EPC rating of E or above - required before letting
- Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms - checked at start of tenancy
- Deposit protection - within 30 days of receiving deposit
- Right to Rent checks - before tenancy starts
Common questions about licensing in London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham
- Do I need a landlord licence in London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham?
- London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham currently operates selective licensing and additional HMO licensing. Whether you need a licence depends on the property location, type, and occupancy. Use the postcode checker on this page or contact the council directly to confirm.
- How much does a property licence cost in London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham?
- Based on our current data, licence fees in London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham are approximately: Selective Licensing Scheme (2022–2027): £742; Additional HMO Licensing Scheme (2022–2027): £742; Mandatory HMO Licensing: £1,627; Previous Selective Licensing Scheme (2017–2022): £555; Previous Additional HMO Licensing Scheme (2017–2022): £555. Fees can vary and may include discounts for early applications. Always check the latest fees on the council website before applying.
- Does mandatory HMO licensing apply in London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham?
- Yes. Mandatory HMO licensing applies across all of England, including London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. It covers properties with 5 or more occupiers forming 2 or more separate households. You must apply to London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham for a mandatory HMO licence if your property meets these criteria.
- What happens if I rent without a licence in London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham?
- Operating a licensable property without the correct licence can lead to enforcement action. For offences committed on or after 1 May 2026, GOV.UK guidance refers to civil penalties of up to £40,000 for relevant offences, with different treatment for breaches and for offences committed before that date. Earlier cases may still be assessed under previous rules. Tenants or local authorities may be able to apply for a rent repayment order. GOV.UK guidance now refers to up to two years' rent for relevant offences, but eligibility, timing and the final amount depend on the facts and tribunal decision. From 1 May 2026, Section 21 notices can no longer be used for existing or new private tenancies in England. Transitional rules may still matter for notices served before that date.
Still unsure? Choose the next step that fits you
Use these routes to move from the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham summary into the most relevant next action for your property, role, or research task.
Landlord with a standard let→
Start with a postcode if you want a property-specific route before relying on the council summary alone.
Shared occupancy or possible HMO→
Use the HMO checker if occupier numbers, households, or room-sharing could change the answer.
Check if a property has an HMO licence→
Use this if you need to check whether a property holds an HMO licence, or find the council's public HMO register.
Investor, buyer, or conveyancer→
Use the due diligence guide if this council page is part of a purchase, refinance, or pre-letting review.
Letting agent or portfolio manager→
Preview the monitoring route if you need ongoing watchlists and recurring scheme-change visibility.
Understand selective licensing rules→
Read the guide if you want the broader legal background on how selective licensing works alongside this council page.
Understand additional licensing rules→
Read the guide if you want the broader background on how additional HMO licensing works alongside this council page.
Need the local HMO route→
Use the additional licensing page if the real question is whether a smaller shared house needs a local licence here.
Tenant checking landlord compliance→
Use the tenant guide if you rent a property and want to check whether your landlord holds the right licence.
Important disclaimer
This tool provides general information about landlord licensing schemes in England. Results are based on publicly available data and may not reflect recent changes. This is not legal advice. Always verify licensing requirements directly with your local council before making decisions.