Southend-on-Sea landlord licensing
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For landlords in Southend-on-Sea, the council's published position is: selective licensing covering Designated parts of Milton; Kursaal; Victoria; Chalkwell, starting 1 December 2021. Mandatory HMO licensing also applies, as it does across England.
| Selective licensing | |
|---|---|
| Status | yes |
| Area / wards | Designated parts of Milton; Kursaal; Victoria; Chalkwell |
| Start | 1 December 2021 |
| End | Currently due to end 30 November 2026; check with the council whether it's renewed |
| 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 | £830 (Part A £208 + Part B £622) |
| Official source | https://www.southend.gov.uk/private-housing/selective-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 started on 1 December 2021 and is currently due to end on 30 November 2026; check with the council whether it's renewed.
Fees: £830 (Part A £208 + Part B £622)
Southend-on-Sea licensing FAQs
Do I need a property licence to rent out a home in Southend-on-Sea?
For landlords in Southend-on-Sea, the council's published position is: selective licensing covering Designated parts of Milton; Kursaal; Victoria; Chalkwell, starting 1 December 2021.
How much is a landlord licence in Southend-on-Sea?
As stated on the official source: £830 (Part A £208 + Part B £622).
When does the licensing scheme in Southend-on-Sea end?
It's currently due to end on 30 November 2026. Check with the council whether it's renewed.
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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