Council insists no licensing decision made until consultation ends
Summary
Norwich City Council is consulting on two proposed property licensing schemes: additional licensing for certain HMOs across the city and selective licensing for privately rented homes in specific areas. The council says no decision has been made and that the proposals are intended to improve safety, management and standards in the private rented sector.
Why it matters
If introduced, the schemes would create new licensing obligations for affected landlords and could alter compliance expectations for surveyors advising on rented stock in Norwich. The consultation also signals potential changes to local enforcement priorities around safety, maintenance and management.
Key points
- Public consultation on the proposals closes on 24 January 2027.
- Additional licensing is proposed for HMOs occupied by three or four people from two or more households.
- Selective licensing is proposed for privately rented homes in Nelson, Mile Cross, Sewell and Town Close.
- Licence conditions may cover gas and electrical safety, fire precautions, waste management and anti-social behaviour.
- The council says the schemes would run for up to five years if introduced.
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