12/10/2026
🚨 CROYDON LANDLORDS: NEW LICENSING RULES ARE NOW IN FORCE!
The Diva here, with your London property update for the week.
Croydon landlords, there's important news!
Since 25 September, two new property licensing schemes have been in force.
Firstly, selective licensing now applies to qualifying privately rented properties across 14 Croydon wards, including South Norwood, Thornton Heath and Waddon.
Secondly, additional HMO licensing now applies borough-wide to qualifying shared properties with three or four occupants from two or more households.
And here's what landlords must understand.
You don't necessarily need a large HMO to require a licence.
You need to check your property's location, occupancy, existing licences and any exemptions.
If you own or manage rental property in Croydon and need help understanding which requirements apply, contact Diva Property Services.
I'm Cynthia, aka The Diva from Diva Property Services.UK
SouthNorwood LondonLandlords .uk
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