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High Court Upholds Council’s Landlord Licensing Scheme
The High Court has rejected a renewed legal challenge by landlords seeking to halt a council’s selective landlord licensing scheme. The decision allows the implementation of a £1,034 licence and leaves the claimants responsible for a £7,500 legal bill.
According to Property118, the latest hearing follows the court’s written decision on 13 March to dismiss the original judicial review. The court’s ruling means the council’s selective licensing scheme can now proceed as planned.
For letting agents and inventory clerks, this decision confirms that the council’s licensing requirements, including the £1,034 licence fee, remain in force. The outcome also highlights the potential legal and financial risks for landlords and agents who challenge such schemes in court.
Source: Property118