Some landlords and organisations who manage privately rented properties need a licence from us to rent out properties.
There are two different types of licensing for privately rented accommodation:
- Houses in multiple occupation (HMO) licence - for properties where more than one household lives.
- Selective licence - a licence to rent out property in certain areas of the city. Not all properties need one. See which addresses should have a selective licence
Check if a property is registered as an HMO or has a selective licence
Request information for a property which should be licensed.
If you would like to report any property that you believe should be licensable under HMO licensing or require information on a specific HMO that doesn't appear on this register email:hmolicensingenquiry@manchester.gov.uk.
Licensing leads to decent housing standards and better management of properties for private tenants. It helps us improve neighbourhoods for the whole community.