Richmond upon Thames landlord licensing

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For landlords in Richmond upon Thames, the council's published position is: no selective or additional scheme is confirmed from official sources. Mandatory HMO licensing still applies, as it does across England.

Selective licensing
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Additional HMO licensing
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Mandatory HMO licensingyes: by units e.g. 7 £1943; 8 £2001; 9 £2059; 10+ £2117
Fees as stated by the official sourceCheck with the council
Official sourcehttps://www.richmond.gov.uk/services/housing/private_housing/privately_rented_properties/hmo/apply_for_a_hmo_licence
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: check with the council.

Richmond upon Thames licensing FAQs

Do I need a property licence to rent out a home in Richmond upon Thames?

For landlords in Richmond upon Thames, the council's published position is: no selective or additional scheme is confirmed from official sources.

How much is a landlord licence in Richmond upon Thames?

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

When does the licensing scheme in Richmond upon Thames 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.