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Based on publicly available information, we show the licensing status we currently hold for Thanet District Council, highlight mandatory HMO rules, and link you to official council sources for verification where we currently have them.
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These options are designed to save research time, improve clarity, and support decision-making. Final reliance should still be tied back to the relevant council and, where necessary, professional advice.
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We currently do not show active selective or additional licensing schemes for Thanet District Council. That can still leave uncertainty, because councils can change schemes, mandatory HMO licensing may still apply, and the property setup or intended occupancy can change the answer.
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Last reviewed
27 March 2026
Research confidence
High (78/100)
Sources checked
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Official Thanet District Council pages confirmed expired selective licensing status, active mandatory HMO licensing with current fees (2025-2026), and absence of additional HMO licensing. The proposed new selective licensing scheme details were confirmed from both an official council Cabinet report (August 2025) and a local news source. HMO fees extracted directly from the official council page with full tables. The main gap is the absence of a publicly accessible online public register.
No publicly accessible online HMO or selective licensing register portal was identified on the Thanet District Council website. The HMO Licence Register is a statutory requirement under Housing Act 2004 s.232(1) and contains property addresses, licence holder details, licence numbers, dates, occupancy details, and conditions. The register is available by contacting the Private Sector Housing Team directly on 01843 577437 or emailing housing.licensing@thanet.gov.uk or housing.conditions@thanet.gov.uk. Members of the public have previously obtained register data via Freedom of Information requests (evidenced on WhatDoTheyKnow). Applications are processed through the gov.uk online licensing service.
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 Thanet District Council.
Mandatory licensing for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) across the entire Thanet district. Applies to properties occupied by 5 or more persons forming 2 or more separate households who share basic amenities (kitchen, toilet, bathroom). Updated from 1 October 2018 to remove the 3-storey height requirement, significantly expanding the number of HMOs requiring a licence.
Mandatory licensing commenced April 2006 under Part 2 of the Housing Act 2004. The 3-storey height requirement was removed from 1 October 2018, bringing single and two-storey qualifying HMOs into the mandatory licensing scheme. Minimum bedroom room sizes were introduced alongside the 2018 changes. Applications made via gov.uk online portal. Fees reviewed annually. Property types covered: Properties meeting the Standard Test (two or more households sharing amenities), Self-Contained Flat Test, Converted Building Test, or Converted Flat Blocks Test. Must be occupied by 5 or more persons in 2 or more separate households. Some purpose-built flats in multiple occupation remain exempt.. Exemptions or exclusions: Some purpose-built flats in multiple occupation are exempt. HMOs with only three or four occupants are not affected. Detailed exemptions defined under Housing Act 2004..
In addition to licensing, all private landlords in England must comply with these requirements:
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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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