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Council websiteLandlord licensing in North East Lincolnshire Council
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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
- Medium
- Public register
- Not yet confirmed
- Last reviewed
- 28 March 2026
- Next review due
- Not scheduled
- Sources recorded
- 3
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
- Mandatory HMO licensing can apply based on occupancy and households, which cannot be confirmed from a postcode alone.
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Verify with the council
Our current data is based on publicly available information. Always verify the latest licensing position, scheme boundaries, fees, and exemptions with North East Lincolnshire Council.
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Local licensing scheme records
Selective LicensingActive
Selective Licensing Scheme – East Marsh, Grimsby
The scheme covers the East Marsh ward in Grimsby, broadly aligned to the Home Office Safer Streets area boundary. Streets excluded following consultation: Cooper Road, Columbia Road, Fairmont Road, and any inter-connecting streets south of Durban Road. Approximately 3,961 privately rented properties are covered.
- Discount available
- 10% early bird discount; additional 10% discount for members of a recognised landlord accreditation scheme (cumulative up to late payment deadline); possible discount for EPC C+ rated properties; 20% late fee surcharge for applications submitted more than 18 months after scheme launch.
- Scheme period
- 8 April 2026 - 7 April 2031
- Typical licence term
- 5 years (all licences expire 7 April 2031)
- Coverage
- Selected wards: East Marsh (Grimsby)
Research notes
The scheme was designated on 8 October 2025. Applications open 8 April 2026. A delivery partner is being contracted to administer the scheme; the Delivery Partner's platform will be used for registration and applications. A landlord workshop is scheduled for 1 April 2026 at Grimsby Town Hall; a letting agents session is scheduled for 26 March 2026 at Freeman Street Market Hub. East Marsh is in the top 1% most deprived wards nationally, with a 38.5% private rental rate (Census 2021), the borough's highest crime rate, and the lowest life expectancy. A 2020 consultation was paused due to Covid-19. The fresh consultation ran 27 January – 7 April 2025; cabinet approved on 20 August 2025. 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.
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
- February 2026
Register appears to cover
HMOSelective
Appears to cover HMO and selective licences - always confirm scope on the register itself.
Register notes
An HMO public register (mandatory HMO licences) is available as a downloadable PDF from the NELC HMO licensing page. The version linked was last updated February 2026. The selective licensing register does not yet exist as of March 2026 - applications open 8 April 2026 and licences will begin to be issued from that date onwards.
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 (74/100)
Sources checked
3
Research notes
Key scheme details (designation date, commencement date, expiry date, area, fee range, exemptions) confirmed across multiple official NELC pages and corroborated by NRLA licensing updates and press reports. Mandatory HMO fee structure extracted directly from the official nelincs.gov.uk HMO licensing page. The only area of lower confidence is the exact granular fee breakdown for selective licensing (e.g., precise early bird amount vs. standard amount vs. accreditation discount figure) - one source (Property118) suggests £1,000 standard / £725 with accreditation, while the council's official page quotes only the £899–£1,284 range. The £899–£1,284 range is treated as authoritative.
Important to verify
- Exact selective licensing fee schedule (standard fee vs. early bird fee as individual figures)
- Name and URL of the Delivery Partner platform for selective licensing applications
- Confirmed selective licensing public register URL (will exist only after 8 April 2026)
- Any recent council change that could affect the current public summary.
Supporting sources
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 North East Lincolnshire 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 North East Lincolnshire Council.
Council-specific HMO detail we currently show
Borough-wide mandatory licensing for all HMOs in North East Lincolnshire occupied by 5 or more persons forming 2 or more separate households, sharing amenities such as kitchens or bathrooms. Extended to include all HMO types regardless of storeys from 1 October 2018. Administered by the Home Improvement Team.
- HMO fee guide
- £850
- Fee notes
- £850
- Typical licence term
- 5 years (mandatory renewal required before expiry; licence is not transferable on property sale)
- Start date shown
- 1 January 2006
Applications are submitted via the council's online portal: https://my.nelincs.gov.uk/s/flow/House_in_Multiple_Occupation_Licence. Applications are not reviewed until all required documentation is submitted, including: planning certificates, building control certificates, floor plans with room measurements, gas safety certificates, electrical installation condition reports, PAT certificates, fire alarm inspection reports, emergency lighting certificates, EPCs, tenancy agreements, and fire risk assessments. Landlords with unlicensed HMOs face prosecution or civil penalty. The council investigates complaints and carries out inspections under the NELC Enforcement Policy. Contact: Home Improvement Team, Municipal Offices, Town Hall Square, Grimsby DN31 1HU. Phone: 01472 326296. Hours: Mon–Thu 9am–5pm, Fri 9am–4:30pm.
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 North East Lincolnshire Council
- Do I need a landlord licence in North East Lincolnshire Council?
- North East Lincolnshire 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 North East Lincolnshire Council?
- Based on our current data, licence fees in North East Lincolnshire Council are approximately: Mandatory HMO Licensing: £850. 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 North East Lincolnshire Council?
- Yes. Mandatory HMO licensing applies across all of England, including North East Lincolnshire Council. It covers properties with 5 or more occupiers forming 2 or more separate households. You must apply to North East Lincolnshire Council for a mandatory HMO licence if your property meets these criteria.
- What happens if I rent without a licence in North East Lincolnshire 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 North East Lincolnshire 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.