Middlesbrough landlord licensing
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Here's what Middlesbrough Council's records show for private landlords: selective licensing covering Newport 1 (phase 2, restarted 5 August 2024) and Newport 2 (named streets); North Ormesby ended 13 June 2026, starting 5 August 2024 (Newport 1) / 2023 (Newport 2). Mandatory HMO licensing also applies, as it does across England.
| Selective licensing | |
|---|---|
| Status | yes |
| Area / wards | Newport 1 (phase 2, restarted 5 August 2024) and Newport 2 (named streets); North Ormesby ended 13 June 2026 |
| Start | 5 August 2024 (Newport 1) / 2023 (Newport 2) |
| End | Newport 2 licences end 2 July 2028; Newport 1 licences end 22 July 2029 |
| Additional HMO licensing | |
| Status | Check with the council |
| 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 | Newport 2 £878 + £20 fit-and-proper fee; Newport 1 (phase 2) £998 |
| Official source | https://www.middlesbrough.gov.uk/housing/landlords/selective-landlord-licensing-scheme/ |
| Last checked | 12 October 2026 |
What this means for landlords
If your property is in the selective licensing area, you need a licence for each rented home there, not just for HMOs. The scheme runs until Newport 2 licences end 2 July 2028; Newport 1 licences end 22 July 2029.
Fees: Newport 2 £878 + £20 fit-and-proper fee; Newport 1 (phase 2) £998
Middlesbrough licensing FAQs
Do I need a property licence to rent out a home in Middlesbrough?
Here's what Middlesbrough Council's records show for private landlords: selective licensing covering Newport 1 (phase 2, restarted 5 August 2024) and Newport 2 (named streets); North Ormesby ended 13 June 2026, starting 5 August 2024 (Newport 1) / 2023 (Newport 2).
How much is a landlord licence in Middlesbrough?
As stated on the official source: Newport 2 £878 + £20 fit-and-proper fee; Newport 1 (phase 2) £998.
When does the licensing scheme in Middlesbrough end?
Per the official source, selective licensing runs until Newport 2 licences end 2 July 2028; Newport 1 licences end 22 July 2029.
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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