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Council websiteLandlord licensing in Mansfield District Council
East Midlands
We currently show scheme records, official links, and supporting research for this council.
Licensing scorecard
Enhanced coverageOur current data shows active local licensing signals. Verify the latest boundaries, dates, fees, and exemptions with the council.
Selective licensing
Active selectiveAdditional HMO licensing
No active additional scheme shownMandatory HMO licensing
Applies across England- Source confidence
- High
- Boundary confidence
- Low
- Public register
- No clear public route found
- Last reviewed
- 27 March 2026
- Next review due
- Not scheduled
- Sources recorded
- 18
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.
Recommended next step
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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Our current data is based on publicly available information. Always verify the latest licensing position, scheme boundaries, fees, and exemptions with Mansfield District Council.
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Local licensing scheme records
Selective LicensingActive
Mansfield District Council Selective Licensing Scheme
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.
- Fee guide
- One-off payment for the full scheme period (no annual renewals). Part A (£500 application fee) paid upfront. Part B (£300 issuing fee) paid on licence issuance. Paper applications incur a £120 surcharge. Accreditation via DASH Services, EMPO, or NRLA qualifies for £100 discount. Accredited landlords (DASH Services, EMPO, or NRLA) receive £100 discount. An additional £50 early bird discount applied for applications submitted before 12 September 2025 (now expired).
- Discount available
- Accredited landlords (DASH Services, EMPO, or NRLA) receive £100 discount. An additional £50 early bird discount applied for applications submitted before 12 September 2025 (now expired).
- Designation date
- 20 March 2025
- Scheme period
- 13 September 2025 - 12 September 2030
- Typical licence term
- Until 12 September 2030 (no annual renewals; one-off fee covers full scheme period)
- Coverage
- See council website for boundaries
Research notes
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.
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
- No clear public route found
- Search method
- No public search route found
- Register usability
- No clear public route found (5/5)
Register appears to cover
HMOSelective
Appears to cover HMO and selective licences - always confirm scope on the register itself.
Register notes
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.
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
27 March 2026
Research confidence
High (75/100)
Sources checked
18
Research notes
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.
Council contact details
- Phone
- 01623 463212
- Address
- Civic Centre, Chesterfield Road South, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG19 7BH
Important to verify
- public_register_direct_url (no online searchable or downloadable register found; available on request only)
- designation_document_url (selective licensing policy PDF is not fully parseable; moderngov decision record is accessible)
- hmo_mandatory_scheme_exact_start_date (October 2018 date from third-party source legislate.tech, not confirmed on official council page)
- Any recent council change that could affect the current public summary.
Supporting sources
- https://www.mansfield.gov.uk/licensing/selective-licensing/2
- https://www.mansfield.gov.uk/licensing/selective-licensing/3
- https://www.mansfield.gov.uk/licensing/selective-licensing/4
- https://www.mansfield.gov.uk/licensing/selective-licensing/7
- https://www.mansfield.gov.uk/licensing/selective-licensing/8
- https://www.mansfield.gov.uk/HMO
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 Mansfield District Council.
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 Mansfield District Council.
Council-specific HMO detail we currently show
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.
- Fee notes
- Initial payment of £490 required with application. Balance payable on licence issuance. Additional bedrooms above 6 cost £47.41 each. Same fee applies for both initial licence and re-licence.
- Typical licence term
- Up to 5 years
- Start date shown
- 1 October 2018
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.
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 Mansfield District Council
- Do I need a landlord licence in Mansfield District Council?
- Mansfield District Council currently operates selective 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 Mansfield District Council?
- Based on our current data, licence fees in Mansfield District Council are approximately: Mansfield District Council Mandatory HMO Licensing: Initial payment of £490 required with application. Balance payable on licence issuance. Additional bedrooms above 6 cost £47.41 each. Same fee applies for both initial licence and re-licence; Mansfield District Council Selective Licensing Scheme: One-off payment for the full scheme period (no annual renewals). Part A (£500 application fee) paid upfront. Part B (£300 issuing fee) paid on licence issuance. Paper applications incur a £120 surcharge. Accreditation via DASH Services, EMPO, or NRLA qualifies for £100 discount. Accredited landlords (DASH Services, EMPO, or NRLA) receive £100 discount. An additional £50 early bird discount applied for applications submitted before 12 September 2025 (now expired). 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 Mansfield District Council?
- Yes. Mandatory HMO licensing applies across all of England, including Mansfield District Council. It covers properties with 5 or more occupiers forming 2 or more separate households. You must apply to Mansfield District Council for a mandatory HMO licence if your property meets these criteria.
- What happens if I rent without a licence in Mansfield District Council?
- 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 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.
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.