Sefton landlord licensing
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Here's what Sefton Council's records show for private landlords: selective licensing covering Parts of Bootle; additional HMO licensing covering Parts of Seaforth; Waterloo; Brighton-le-Sands; Southport. Mandatory HMO licensing also applies, as it does across England.
| Selective licensing | |
|---|---|
| Status | yes |
| Area / wards | Parts of Bootle |
| Start | Check with the council |
| End | 29 February 2028 |
| Additional HMO licensing | |
| Status | yes |
| Area / wards | Parts of Seaforth; Waterloo; Brighton-le-Sands; Southport |
| Start | Check with the council |
| End | 29 February 2028 |
| Mandatory HMO licensing | Check with the council |
| Fees as stated by the official source | Check with the council |
| Official source | https://sefton.gov.uk/housing/private-sector-housing/landlord-licensing-and-accreditation/selective-and-additional-hmo-licensing-schemes-2023-2028/ |
| 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 29 February 2028.
Smaller HMOs that fall below the mandatory threshold may still need a licence under the additional scheme. It runs until 29 February 2028.
Fees: check with the council.
Sefton licensing FAQs
Do I need a property licence to rent out a home in Sefton?
Here's what Sefton Council's records show for private landlords: selective licensing covering Parts of Bootle; additional HMO licensing covering Parts of Seaforth; Waterloo; Brighton-le-Sands; Southport.
How much is a landlord licence in Sefton?
We couldn't confirm the fees from an official source, so check with the council.
When does the licensing scheme in Sefton end?
Per the official source, selective licensing runs until 29 February 2028 and additional licensing runs until 29 February 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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