Oldham landlord licensing

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Here's what Oldham Council's records show for private landlords: no selective or additional scheme is confirmed from official sources. Mandatory HMO licensing still applies, as it does across England.

Selective licensing
StatusCheck with the council
Area / wardsPhase 1: 5 designated areas (~1,800 properties); Phase 2 proposed
Start4 July 2022
EndCheck with the council
Additional HMO licensing
StatusCheck with the council
Area / wardsCheck with the council
StartCheck with the council
EndCheck with the council
Mandatory HMO licensingCheck with the council
Fees as stated by the official source£580 (per committee minutes)
Official sourcehttps://www.oldham.gov.uk/info/201198/information_for_landlords/1450/selective_licensing_of_private_landlords
Last checked12 October 2026

What this means for landlords

Without a confirmed selective or additional scheme, most single-household lets won't need a council licence, but larger HMOs still need a mandatory HMO licence. Schemes change, so check the council page before you let.

Fees: £580 (per committee minutes)

Oldham licensing FAQs

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

Here's what Oldham Council's records show for private landlords: no selective or additional scheme is confirmed from official sources.

How much is a landlord licence in Oldham?

As stated on the official source: £580 (per committee minutes).

When does the licensing scheme in Oldham end?

We couldn't confirm an end date 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.