Derby landlord licensing

Published 12 October 2026 · Updated 12 October 2026

Derby City Council says it "does not currently operate any Additional HMO Licensing or Selective Licensing schemes". So in Derby, only mandatory HMO licensing applies, as it does across England.

Selective licensing
Status	no
Area / wards	Check with the council
Start	Check with the council
End	Check with the council
Additional HMO licensing
Status	no
Area / wards	Check with the council
Start	Check with the council
End	Check with the council
Mandatory HMO licensing	Check with the council
Fees as stated by the official source	Check with the council
Official source	https://derby.gov.uk/trading-standards-environmental-health/environmental-health/housing-standards/houses-in-multiple-occupation/about/
Last checked	12 October 2026

What this means for landlords

Only mandatory HMO licensing applies in Derby. Single-household lets don't need a council licence, and larger HMOs need a mandatory HMO licence. Schemes change, so check the council page before you let.

Fees: check with the council.

Derby licensing FAQs

Do I need a property licence to rent out a home in Derby?

Only if it's an HMO that needs a mandatory HMO licence. Derby City Council says it does not currently operate any additional HMO licensing or selective licensing schemes.

How much is a landlord licence in Derby?

We couldn't confirm the fees from an official source, so check with the council.

When was this page last checked?

We last checked the official source on 12 October 2026. Schemes change, so confirm with the council before you apply.

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General information, not legal advice. Licensing schemes change, so confirm with the council before you let or apply.