Redbridge Council has implemented a borough-wide Additional HMO Licensing Scheme to improve housing conditions and landlord accountability. If you rent out a property to three or four unrelated tenants, you must obtain an Additional HMO Licence to remain compliant.
This guide explains who needs an HMO licence, how to apply, licensing fees, and penalties for non-compliance in 2025.
The Additional Licensing Scheme was introduced on September 18, 2023, and will run until September 17, 2028.
The scheme applies to smaller HMOs that:
