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Norwich Council Reviews Wider Landlord Licensing Proposals
Norwich City Council is considering introducing a new licensing regime for landlords, which could affect smaller Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and privately rented homes in four wards. The council will present its private rented sector review to the scrutiny committee this week.
According to the report, there is evidence that could support city-wide additional licensing for three- and four-person HMOs. The review also mentions the possibility of selective licensing in the Nelson and Mile wards, among others.
Letting agents and inventory clerks operating in Norwich should be aware that these proposals, if adopted, may introduce new compliance requirements for landlords managing smaller HMOs and privately rented properties in the affected areas.
Further details on the scope and implementation of the proposed licensing schemes are expected to be discussed during the council's scrutiny committee meeting.
Source: Property118