The consultation on the proposal for property licensing schemes in Bedminster, Brislington West and Horfield was open for 10 weeks from 17 March 2021 until 26 May 2021. Individual responses were received via the survey and additional responses were received from organisations and individuals via email and letter.
We received 1,409 responses to the consultation, the results of which are available in the Property licensing scheme 2021 consultation report.
The decsion will be taken at Cabinet on 14 December 2021.
If approved a public notice will be issued within 7 days of decision and consultees and those affected by the decision will be contacted within two weeks.
Please read the Property licensing scheme 2021 consultation report
Bristol City Council is seeking your views on a proposal to introduce additional licensing for houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) and selective licensing for other privately rented properties in some wards of Bristol – Bedminster, Brislington West and Horfield (Additional only).
We have already introduced similar schemes in other areas of Bristol which have been very successful– including the Stapleton Road area, Eastville and St George wards and in 12 wards in central Bristol.
This proposed scheme covers two types of property licensing:
The proposal is that:
Private rented accommodation has been identified as more likely to be in poor condition or have lower standards of management than other properties; therefore we are proposing these tighter measures.
The Housing Act 2004 gives local authorities, the power to declare discretionary licensing areas in the city where there are known problems with the condition and management of privately rented accommodation.
If these licensing schemes were established, owners of most privately rented properties in these wards would need to apply for a licence if they want to continue to let their properties. A fee would be charged for each licence and conditions would have to be met. The council would provide support and advice to landlords and agents to help achieve this, and loans can be provided to assist landlords to meet standards.
Before we can set up a scheme we must consult with those who may be affected by the changes including residents, private landlords, agents and local organisations to find out what they think.
Full details of the proposal can be found in the Proposal Booklet.
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