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Tower Hamlets Property Licensing Explained for Landlords

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Tower Hamlets Property Licensing Explained for Landlords Property Legal, Risk & Compliance

Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond

Licensing · Tower Hamlets

Property licensing in Tower Hamlets

MandatoryHMO
Additionalsmaller HMOs
Selectivewards
Penaltiesserious
In short: Tower Hamlets runs licensing schemes on top of national mandatory HMO licensing, including additional licensing for smaller HMOs and selective licensing in designated wards. Boundaries, fees and renewal dates change, so always check the council's current schemes for your exact address. Without a required licence, landlords face civil penalties, rent repayment orders and restrictions on regaining possession.
LicenceCovers
Mandatory HMO5+ people, 2+ households sharing facilities
Additional HMOSmaller HMOs, where a scheme applies
SelectiveSingle-household lets in designated wards

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