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Landlord licensing in West Northamptonshire

✓ Hand-verified 13 Jun 2026

Beyond mandatory HMO licensing, West Northamptonshire does not currently operate a selective or additional licensing scheme. Here's the current position.

Mandatory HMO licenceRequired

Required for any HMO let to 5 or more people forming 2+ households who share facilities. Check the council for the current fee.

Selective licensingNot in force

No selective licensing scheme is currently in force.

Additional licensing (HMOs)Not in force

No additional licensing scheme is currently in force.

Source: West Northamptonshire licensing page →

Every landlord in West Northamptonshire also needs

A valid Gas Safety certificate (annual), an EICR (every 5 years), a valid EPC, a protected deposit, smoke & CO alarms, the Renters' Rights Act Information Sheet, and a current How to Rent guide — plus the new Section 8 possession rules since Section 21 was abolished on 1 May 2026.

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