Portsmouth landlord licensing
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If you let property in Portsmouth, the licensing picture is: additional HMO licensing covering Citywide (3-4 occupier HMOs + some s257), starting 1 September 2023. Mandatory HMO licensing also applies, as it does across England.
| Selective licensing | |
|---|---|
| Status | Check with the council |
| Area / wards | Check with the council |
| Start | Check with the council |
| End | Check with the council |
| Additional HMO licensing | |
| Status | yes |
| Area / wards | Citywide (3-4 occupier HMOs + some s257) |
| Start | 1 September 2023 |
| End | 31 August 2028 |
| Mandatory HMO licensing | Check with the council |
| Fees as stated by the official source | Check with the council |
| Official source | https://media.portsmouth.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/additional-licensing-hmo-august-2024-accessible.pdf |
| Last checked | 12 October 2026 |
What this means for landlords
Smaller HMOs that fall below the mandatory threshold may still need a licence under the additional scheme. It runs until 31 August 2028.
Fees: check with the council.
Portsmouth licensing FAQs
Do I need a property licence to rent out a home in Portsmouth?
If you let property in Portsmouth, the licensing picture is: additional HMO licensing covering Citywide (3-4 occupier HMOs + some s257), starting 1 September 2023.
How much is a landlord licence in Portsmouth?
We couldn't confirm the fees from an official source, so check with the council.
When does the licensing scheme in Portsmouth end?
Per the official source, additional licensing runs until 31 August 2028.
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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