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Based on publicly available information, we show the licensing status we currently hold for Mansfield District Council, highlight mandatory HMO rules, and link you to official council sources for verification where we currently have them.
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Districtwide mandatory licensing for all HMOs meeting the statutory definition. Applies to all privately rented HMOs with five or more occupants forming two or more households who share amenities.
Mandatory under Housing Act 2004 Part 2. No fixed end date as this is a statutory requirement. Licences are valid for up to 5 years. The council carries out safety inspections and issues licences. No additional HMO licensing scheme is currently in place in Mansfield — only mandatory HMO licensing operates. Property types covered: Privately rented HMOs occupied by five or more people forming two or more households who share some amenities (kitchen, bathroom or WC). Includes any number of storeys including usable basements and attics. Also covers purpose-built flat blocks with up to two units where at least one is occupied by five or more people sharing facilities.. Exemptions or exclusions: Properties exempt under Schedule 14 Housing Act 2004. Local authority managed buildings. Registered social landlord properties. Properties already subject to selective licensing are exempt from mandatory HMO licensing and vice versa..
Our current data shows this scheme based on public information. Always verify the latest fees, dates, and boundary wording on the official council page.
Five designated areas across the Mansfield district covering parts of Central ward, Bancroft ward, West Bank ward, Wainwright ward, Market Warsop ward, Eakring ward, and Rock Hill ward. Estimated 1,200+ properties (initial estimate exceeded on application opening). Five distinct zones: Victoria Street Area, Howard Road Area, Market Warsop, Newgate Lane, and Rosemary Street Area.
This is Mansfield's first selective licensing scheme. Application processing time is approximately 16 weeks. Selective licences cannot be transferred between persons; if a property is sold, the existing licence must be revoked and the purchaser must apply for a new one. The council uses data and intelligence (including council tax and Land Registry records) to proactively identify unlicensed properties. The scheme targets areas with deprivation, high antisocial behaviour, crime, migration, and poor housing conditions. Property types covered: All privately rented properties in designated areas including those with a single tenant, multiple tenants forming one household (e.g. a family), or two unrelated individuals in separate households.. Exemptions or exclusions: Registered social housing. Properties regulated by other legislation including mandatory HMO licensing, care homes, and purpose-built student accommodation. Holiday lets. Business tenancies. Agricultural lets. Resident landlord arrangements (homes occupied by close relatives of the owner). Properties where the council has taken action to close the property. Temporary Exemption Notices (TENs) available for short-term situations such as sale, change of use, or substantial refurbishment..
Our current data shows this scheme based on public information. Always verify the latest fees, dates, and boundary wording on the official council page.
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Last reviewed
27 March 2026
Research confidence
High (75/100)
Sources checked
18
Data extracted directly from official Mansfield District Council web pages for both the selective licensing scheme and mandatory HMO licensing. Key scheme details (dates, fees, designated areas, zones with example streets, consultation timeline, designation decision) confirmed across multiple official sources and corroborated by DASH Services and third-party sources (Property118, Legislate.tech). No additional HMO licensing scheme exists at Mansfield, confirmed by legislate.tech and absence of any such scheme information on official pages. Minor gaps: no publicly accessible online register found; exact HMO licence duration not confirmed; early bird discount now expired.
The council is required under the Housing Act 2004 to maintain a public register of selective licences. The register includes licence holder names and relevant property details. There is no publicly searchable online register; access is by request. The council also maintains a register of Temporary Exemption Notices (TENs) currently in force.
Mansfield District Council does not appear to maintain a publicly accessible online HMO register. To check whether a property is licensed, contact the Private Sector Housing team on 01623 463212 or email adminpsh@mansfield.gov.uk. An FOI request from 2018 confirmed the council holds a register under Housing Act 2004 s.232(1) with standard prescribed particulars.
Supporting sources
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 Mansfield District Council.
Districtwide mandatory licensing for all HMOs meeting the statutory definition. Applies to all privately rented HMOs with five or more occupants forming two or more households who share amenities.
Mandatory under Housing Act 2004 Part 2. No fixed end date as this is a statutory requirement. Licences are valid for up to 5 years. The council carries out safety inspections and issues licences. No additional HMO licensing scheme is currently in place in Mansfield — only mandatory HMO licensing operates. Property types covered: Privately rented HMOs occupied by five or more people forming two or more households who share some amenities (kitchen, bathroom or WC). Includes any number of storeys including usable basements and attics. Also covers purpose-built flat blocks with up to two units where at least one is occupied by five or more people sharing facilities.. Exemptions or exclusions: Properties exempt under Schedule 14 Housing Act 2004. Local authority managed buildings. Registered social landlord properties. Properties already subject to selective licensing are exempt from mandatory HMO licensing and vice versa..
In addition to licensing, all private landlords in England must comply with these requirements:
Use these routes to move from the Mansfield District Council 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.
Need the area-based route→
Use the selective licensing page if the real question is whether a standard rented home sits inside a designated area.
Tenant checking landlord compliance→
Use the tenant guide if you rent a property and want to check whether your landlord holds the right licence.
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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.
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