Licensing of private rented properties
Mandatory licensing: certain houses in multiple occupation
A landlord must have a license for a privately-rented house in multiple occupation (HMO) if it meets certain criteria . . .
You need a licence if the property you rent out has:
- three storeys or more (including usable basements or attics); and
- is occupied by five or more people; and
- those people form two or more households; and
- tenants share some amenities like kitchen, bathroom or laundry.
All privately-rented properties in Manchester like this need a licence.
How much and how do I apply?
See the cost of a mandatory licence.
If you need a mandatory licence and haven't got one, you are breaking the law. Find out how to apply for a licence.
Contents of Licensing of private rented properties
- About private landlord licensing
- Landlord: do you need a licence?
- Selective licensing: specific areas of Manchester
- Mandatory licensing: certain houses in multiple occupation (this page)
- Additional licensing: certain areas
- List of licensed private-rented homes
- Apply for a licence
- Licensing: definitions
