Find out how much we charge for property icences in Brighton & Hove, and get information on discounts and exemptions.
You can find the fees for our property licensing schemes below.
Should a licence application be received after its due date, a late fee will apply. You cannot get a discount if a late fee has been added.
Standard fee - £690
Late fee - £783
How much we charge for an HMO licence depends on:
You can use our online HMO form to calculate your licence fee and type.
| Type of fee | 5 occupants | 6 to 8 occupants | 9 to 11 occupants | 12 to 14 occupants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard initial fee | £845 | £865 | £886 | £906 |
| Single discount | £770 | £790 | £811 | £831 |
| Double discount | £695 | £715 | £736 | £756 |
| Late fee | £958 | £979 | £999 | £1,020 |
| Standard re-license fee | £690 | £700 | £711 | £721 |
| Single discount | £615 | £625 | £636 | £646 |
| Double discount | £540 | £550 | £561 | £571 |
| Late re-license fee | £783 | £793 | £803 | £814 |
If there are more than 14 occupants:
| Type of fee | 5 tenancies | 6 to 8 tenancies | 9 to 11 tenancies | 12 to 14 tenancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard initial fee | £1,061 | £1,226 | £1,370 | £1,514 |
| Single discount | £986 | £1,151 | £1,295 | £1,439 |
| Double discount | £911 | £1076 | £1220 | £1364 |
| Late fee | £1,123 | £1,298 | £1,442 | £1,597 |
| Standard re-license fee | £865 | £886 | £896 | £917 |
| Single discount | £790 | £811 | £821 | £842 |
| Double discount | £715 | £736 | £746 | £767 |
| Late re-license fee | £917 | £937 | £948 | £968 |
If there are more than 14 occupants:
| Type of fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Standard initial fee | £824 |
| Single discount | £749 |
| Double discount | £674 |
| Late fee | £927 |
| Type of fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Standard initial fee | £1,051 |
| Single discount | £976 |
| Double discount | £901 |
| Late fee | £1113 |
Discounted fees are available for licence holders only.
You can't get a discount:
You can get £75 discount on your licensing fee if you are:
You can get a £75 discount on your licence fee if:
You can get a £75 discount on your licence fee if:
If you meet the criteria for more than one of the above discounts, you may be able to get a double discount on your licence fee.
You are only able to apply two discounts to your licence fee, for a maximum discount of £150.
This licence fee is only available through the Selective Licensing scheme.
It's available when there are multiple flats in the same block and all under the same ownership or management. In addition, the total number of flats and each one of them must apply to the same licence holder.
From the second flat onwards, a licence fee discount of £50 is applicable.
A further single licence fee discount of £75 is available, from the second flat onwards, if required criteria is met.
A double discount is not available for the multi-dwelling licence fee.
A landlord or managing agent with a particular type of tenancy or licence to let a property may attract an exemption from the licensing scheme. But, only for as long as the tenancy or licence to let remains in place.
A landlord or managing agent can apply for a temporary exemption notice (TEN) when they are:
You do not need a TEN if your property is empty and unoccupied.
The issuing of a TEN is at the discretion of the council. There are limited reasons why we would allow a TEN.
When issued, a TEN usually lasts three months. It can be extended by 3 months in certain circumstances on request. A TEN can be issued for a maximum of 6 months.
For additional assistance with property licensing, contact our Customer Support Team:
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