Town launches plans to licence all rental properties
Summary
Slough Council has proposed introducing additional HMO and selective licensing schemes that could bring around 17,000 rental properties under new regulation for five years. The plans would extend licensing to smaller HMOs and other private rented homes, with a consultation running for 10 weeks and closing on 23 September.
Why it matters
This is relevant to surveyors because licensing changes can affect property management standards, occupancy arrangements and compliance expectations in the private rented sector. Surveyors advising landlords, buyers or lenders in Slough may need to factor in the cost and regulatory burden of the proposed schemes.
Key points
- Slough is consulting on both additional HMO and selective licensing schemes.
- The proposals could require licensing for all rental properties in the borough, not just larger HMOs.
- Fees proposed are £950 per property for a five-year HMO licence and £750 for a selective licence.
- The consultation closes on 23 September, after which Slough’s Cabinet will decide whether to proceed.
- The council says the aim is to improve housing conditions, reduce overcrowding and raise management standards.
Organisations:
Slough Council, Slough’s Cabinet
Regulations:
HMO licensing, selective licensing
Locations:
Slough, South East of England
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