Selective Licensing of private landlords

The licensing of private rented properties has been happening in certain areas of Oldham since 2015. 

Following a comprehensive review and consultation, the Council has determined that a new selective licensing scheme is required in certain areas in Oldham.  

This means that any privately rented properties within these areas, will require a licence to operate from 4 July 2022.

• Notice of Designation – including maps
• Street List of affected areas (guidance)

Is my property in a Selective Licensing area ?

Check if your rented property is in a Selective Licensing area and therefore requires a licence application:

• Map of Selective Licensing areas

Fees

Licence Fee - this is a total of £582 for each licence.

The fee is split into two payments: 

Fee on the provision of the completed application form: £340.34

Fee to be paid if licence is granted: £241.66

• Breakdown of Licensing and Operational Costs (.pdf)
• Summary of Licence conditions (.pdf)

Why Selective Licensing is needed

It is recognised that poor management standards in the private rented sector can contribute to low housing demand.

The aim of Selective Licensing is to improve the management of these properties through licence conditions to ensure they have a positive impact on the area.

The following provides the details behind the decision to introduce selective licensing:

• A review of the impact of the scheme and decision to carry out a consultation - Cabinet report and review 2019
• The proposals that were consulted - Proposals
• An updated review 2020
• Consultation outcome
• Consultation Representations

The report detailing the decision:

• Cabinet Agenda 21 March 2022

Contact

If you have any questions please call the Selective Licensing team:

• Phone: 0161 770 2244