York
Property management in York
Leyo Lettings manages single lets, shared houses and HMOs across York, from period terraces inside the walls to purpose-converted shares in the outer suburbs.
Single lets get the same service as our shared houses — letting, rent collection, repairs and certificate tracking — with one point of contact and a monthly statement. The licensing detail below matters most if your property is shared.
Do I need an HMO licence in York?
City of York Council operates two schemes. Mandatory licensing applies city-wide to any property occupied by five or more people in two or more households sharing facilities. Additional licensing has applied since 1 April 2023 across eight designated electoral wards, catching HMOs with three or four occupants from more than one household — and it is designated until 31 March 2028.
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Enforcement stepped up during 2026, with particular attention on three and four person professional house shares — including properties that have let quietly for years without issue. Civil penalties reach £30,000 per breach, and tenants can pursue rent repayment orders.
York does not currently operate a selective licensing scheme.
Check your licensing position
This is a guide, not legal advice. Licensing boundaries run street by street, not by ward, and schemes change. Always confirm your specific address against your council's official map before letting. Operating an unlicensed licensable property is a criminal offence.
Rules checked: 24 August 2026 · Review quarterly
What is the York HMO market like?
Period and listed HMOs in York
York HMO FAQs
How much does a York HMO licence cost?
Around £1,451 for three to six occupants, rising with occupancy, with a discount available for completing the council's training course. Confirm current fees with the council before budgeting.
Do I need planning permission as well?
In most cases yes — lawful HMO use generally requires planning permission, separate from licensing. Properties in continuous HMO use for ten years or more may be lawful without it, but you'd need evidence.