HMO Licensing in Cardiff
HMO licensing in Cardiff. Licence requirements, register data, and planning links for Cardiff.
Cardiff
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Overview
Cardiff 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 Cardiff
Statistical summary surrounding HMOs of Cardiff
2,779
Registered HMOs
Total number from public register(s)
N/A
Latest HMO Register
Public HMO Register Update
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Mandatory Licence Cost
Unitary, Local, District or Metropolitan
N/A
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.
Wales follows the Renting Homes (Wales) framework. Confirm current HMO requirements directly with the local authority.
HMO Licence Register
Searchable list of licensed HMOs in Cardiff. Data from the council's public register.
| Address | Licence No | Units | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Contact & Location
Address
Cardiff
Contact Us Address Civic Offices, Barry, CF63 4RU
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the HMO licence requirements in Cardiff?
- Mandatory HMO licensing applies to properties with 5+ people forming 2+ households sharing facilities. Always confirm current requirements with the council.
- Does Cardiff have additional or selective licensing?
- Cardiff 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 Cardiff?
- HMO register data may not be publicly available for Cardiff. Contact the council directly for register information.