HMO Licensing in City of Edinburgh
HMO licensing in City of Edinburgh. Licence requirements, register data, and planning links for City of Edinburgh.
City of Edinburgh
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Overview
City of Edinburgh is a UK local authority. HMO licensing here follows national mandatory rules for 5+ person properties.
Use the links below to apply for a licence, check for a public register, or find planning information.
HMO Licensing Data & Statistics for City of Edinburgh
Statistical summary surrounding HMOs of City of Edinburgh
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Registered HMOs
Total number from public register(s)
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Latest HMO Register
Public HMO Register Update
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Mandatory Licence Cost
Unitary, Local, District or Metropolitan
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Mandatory Licence Length
From date of issue
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Median Units
Average number of units per HMO
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Median Occupants
Average number of occupants per HMO
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Max Number Units
Largest HMO in the borough
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Self Contained Ratio
Self contained units to non self contained
HMO Licensing
Licence schemes operated
Councils may operate Mandatory (required by law for 5+ people), Additional, and/or Selective HMO licensing.
| Scheme | Description | This council |
|---|---|---|
| Mandatory | 5+ people, 2+ households | — |
| Additional | Extends to smaller HMOs (e.g. 3–4 people) | No |
| Selective | Applies to all privately rented properties in an area | No |
Additional/Selective derived from register data where available. Confirm with the council.
Scotland has separate HMO licensing rules from England and Wales. Contact the council to verify current occupancy thresholds and application requirements.
HMO Licence Register
Searchable list of licensed HMOs in City of Edinburgh. Data from the council's public register.
| Address | Licence No | Units | ||
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Contact & Location
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City of Edinburgh
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Scotland
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the HMO licence requirements in City of Edinburgh?
- Mandatory HMO licensing applies to properties with 5+ people forming 2+ households sharing facilities. Always confirm current requirements with the council.
- Does City of Edinburgh have additional or selective licensing?
- City of Edinburgh enforces mandatory HMO licensing. Additional or selective schemes may be introduced—confirm with the council for the latest information.
- How many licensed HMOs are there in City of Edinburgh?
- HMO register data may not be publicly available for City of Edinburgh. Contact the council directly for register information.