HMO Licensing in Brent

Where can I search licensed HMOs in Brent?

Search licensed properties in Brent from the council's public register. The council has not published a register update date. View the council's official register

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Frequently asked questions about HMO licensing in Brent

What are the HMO licence requirements in Brent?

Mandatory licensing applies where a property is occupied as an HMO and meets the threshold for England — typically five or more people forming two or more households who share facilities. Brent also operates additional licensing, which can bring smaller shared houses into licensing in part or all of the district. Selective licensing may apply to other rented homes in designated areas, not only traditional HMOs. You must meet management, fire safety, amenity, and room-size conditions as part of the application. Use our HMO licence checker for a first pass, then confirm with the council before letting or purchasing.

Does Brent have additional or selective licensing?

Yes. The licence schemes table above shows what Brent currently operates based on published register and council data. Additional schemes often cover 3–4 person HMOs in chosen wards or borough-wide. Selective schemes can require licences for ordinary buy-to-lets in mapped areas. Boundaries and start dates change — always verify the active scheme on the council's HMO licensing pages before marketing a property.

Where can I search licensed HMOs in Brent?

Use the searchable register on this page to filter by address, postcode, or licence reference where published. The map below the table plots geocoded properties so you can explore by area. Data is imported from the council's public register and refreshed periodically — see the key figures table for how current the extract is. For legal confirmation on a specific property, cross-check the council's official register link above the table.

How do I apply for an HMO licence in Brent?

Applications are made directly to Brent, not through AgentHMO. You will usually need property details, floor plans, fire-risk information, and details of the licence holder or manager. Pay the council fee at application or as instructed — the key figures table shows the published mandatory fee where we have it, but always confirm the latest amount on the council site. Allow several weeks to months for processing, especially for new licences or properties that need works to meet conditions.

How do I contact Brent about HMO licensing?

Nearby councils

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