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Property Licensing Guide for North East Lincolnshire
North East Lincolnshire currently operates selective licensing in 1 ward; mandatory HMO licensing applies everywhere. Last checked: 25 August 2026.
This free guide will provide you with the key details regarding what licensing requirements are necessary in this area and how to apply for a licence.
New to this? Read our overview: What is selective licensing?
North East Lincolnshire Property Licensing Schemes
Got questions about licensing schemes in North East Lincolnshire? We’re here to help. This free guide will provide you with the key details regarding what licensing requirements are necessary in North East Lincolnshire and how to apply for a licence.
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Mandatory licensing in North East Lincolnshire
Mandatory HMO licensing applies across North East Lincolnshire (and all of England) to larger HMOs. These are properties occupied by five or more people forming more than one household, including:
- Shared houses and flats occupied by students and young professionals.
- Properties converted into bedsits with some shared facilities.
- Properties converted into a mix of self-contained and non-self-contained accommodation.
Do I need an additional property licence in North East Lincolnshire?
Additional licensing requires smaller HMOs in a designated area to be licensed. That means a privately rented property with three or more people forming more than one household.
North East Lincolnshire does not currently operate an additional HMO licensing scheme; larger HMOs are covered by the national mandatory HMO scheme.
Do I need a selective licence in North East Lincolnshire?
Selective licensing requires almost all privately rented properties in a designated area to be licensed, regardless of the number of occupants.
North East Lincolnshire operates selective licensing. The current designation is set out below.
Selective licensing: 8 April 2026 to 7 April 2031, covering East Marsh.
Mandatory HMO licensing: in force since 2006 for HMOs of five or more people forming more than one household.
How do I apply for a licence?
You can apply for a licence via North East Lincolnshire Council’s website here. Or let Kamma’s expert team process the application for you.
How much does a licence cost?
Licence fees
| Licence | Fee |
|---|---|
| Mandatory HMO licence | £850 per property |
Fees as published by the council, verified 20 July 2026; subject to change. See the council’s fee page for full schedules, payment stages and discounts.
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North East Lincolnshire Property Licensing FAQs
What licensing schemes does North East Lincolnshire operate?
North East Lincolnshire operates selective licensing (8 April 2026 to 7 April 2031), alongside the national mandatory HMO scheme. See the scheme details above.
Do all properties in North East Lincolnshire need a licence?
It depends on the scheme and your property. Where selective licensing applies, most privately rented homes need a licence; HMOs fall under mandatory or additional licensing depending on size and occupancy.What if my property doesn't have a licence?
Operating a property that requires a licence without one can bring civil penalties of up to £40,000 per property. The landlord also risks a rent repayment order of up to 24 months’ rent and cannot serve a Section 21 notice. A letting agent who manages the property or collects the rent commits the offence too and can be fined separately.Can letting agents apply on behalf of landlords?
Yes. Letting agents can apply for property licences on behalf of landlords in North East Lincolnshire, and many manage the full process.
How do I apply for a North East Lincolnshire property licence?
You can apply through North East Lincolnshire Council’s website (licensing pages), or use a managed service such as Kamma.
Why did North East Lincolnshire introduce selective licensing?
Selective licensing is used to improve housing conditions and tackle anti-social behaviour in the private rented sector.
Why did North East Lincolnshire introduce additional licensing?
Additional HMO licensing addresses overcrowding, disrepair and management standards in smaller HMOs not covered by the national mandatory scheme.
What are the conditions to obtain an HMO licence in North East Lincolnshire?
The council’s HMO licence conditions set standards for fire safety, amenities, room sizes and management (licence conditions).
About North East Lincolnshire
North East Lincolnshire operates property licensing to raise standards in its private rented sector. The schemes that apply are set out below.
Licensing Enforcement in North East Lincolnshire
North East Lincolnshire Council enforces property licensing across its schemes. Letting a property without the required licence risks prosecution and civil penalties of up to £40,000 per property. The landlord can also face a rent repayment order of up to 24 months’ rent. Where a letting agent manages the property or collects the rent, the agent commits the offence too and can be fined in its own right.
