Free checker
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Check a postcode, open the council page, and use the guides before paying for anything.
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Tenants
Check whether a property may need a licence, understand the local council route, and learn where licensing fits into wider tenant rights.
Tenants often start with uncertainty rather than documents. The most useful route is to check the postcode, open the council page, and understand what still needs verifying.
Useful starting points
Related next reads
Use these guides to move from the current topic into the next licensing or due diligence question.
How to check if your landlord has a licence
A step-by-step guide for tenants to check whether their landlord holds the correct property licence in England, and what to do if they do not.
What is selective licensing?
How selective licensing works, which councils have schemes, fees, penalties, and how to check if your property is affected.
HMO licensing explained
Mandatory and additional HMO licensing rules in England. Who needs a licence, what counts as an HMO, and the penalties for non-compliance.
Landlord compliance checklist
A plain-English checklist of the main legal requirements for private landlords in England, from safety certificates to deposit protection.
Helpful next routes
Use the free tools first, then move into a paid review or due diligence route only if the decision needs a clearer written record.
Property Licensing Check
£29 · Live now
A concise written review for one property, postcode, or council situation based on current public council-source information.
Request the reviewAlerts and monitoring
£12.99/month · Coming soon
A lighter monitoring tier for selected councils or areas, aimed at landlords and smaller investors who want ongoing updates.
See alerts and monitoringThese are information services, not legal advice. Final reliance should still be checked against council sources.
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Stay informed about licensing changes
Get notified when councils introduce, renew, or change licensing schemes. A useful next step if you are researching an area and want to stay aware of future changes.
Free, occasional updates only. Always verify live requirements on the council website.
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.