Enfield selective licensing: does your rental property need a licence?

If you let a property in Enfield, it is important to check whether it needs a selective licence. This can apply to homes let to a family or to one or two people, not just shared accommodation.

Enfield’s current selective licensing scheme began on 1 September 2026 and covers 17 wards. Whether your property needs a licence depends on its address and circumstances, including any applicable exemption.

Check your property’s address

Use the address checker on Enfield Council’s selective licensing page to check your property. If you are unsure about the result or an exemption, contact the Council’s licensing team at prsh@enfield.gov.uk with the full property address.

Check Enfield’s selective licensing requirements (opens in a new tab)

Applying for a licence

Enfield Council’s guidance explains how to apply, which information and documents are required, and the current fees.

Before applying, gather your property and tenancy records and check that the information is accurate and up to date. Keep a copy of your application and any correspondence with the Council.

Read Enfield Council’s application guidance (opens in a new tab)

Keeping your licence information up to date

Once a licence is issued, read its conditions carefully and keep it with your property records. Check the Council’s guidance if the property’s management or occupancy changes.

How we can help

The Accommodating Company offers selective licence applications as a separate service. Contact us to discuss your property and the support you need. We will explain the scope and fee before you decide to proceed.

Licence application work is separate from our ongoing lettings and management services.

Call 020 8447 8400 or email contact@accommodatingcompany.co.uk.

What about HMOs?

Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) have separate licensing requirements. The Accommodating Company does not let or manage HMOs. For HMO enquiries, please contact Enfield Council directly.

Read Enfield Council’s HMO guidance (opens in a new tab)

Sources and further reading

Enfield Council: selective licensing scheme (opens in a new tab)

This guide provides general information. Enfield Council determines whether a property requires a licence and decides licence applications.