Can landlords organise to campaign against selective licencing costs. Future areas may see landlords not being able to afford multiple licences or being in breach of legislation whilst seeking to evict. Landlords somehow need to stand up to the financial robbery by local authorities. I don't see how historic areas have been improved but LA's manipulate and give imperfect info so they can use these schemes to raise funds for their incompetence and wield power.

Dear Sir/Madam, We are consulting on proposals for new property licensing schemes and are seeking your feedback on our proposals. Property licensing schemes are intended to raise standards in the private sector, making landlords more accountable, improving property management and stabilising communities, tackling antisocial behaviour and poverty in communities. Selective Licensing There are seven selective licensing areas in Newcastle. All private rented properties within a selective licensing area require a licence unless they are otherwise exempt. Five areas commenced in April 2020: 1. Cowgate 2. East End Terrace 3. West End Terraces 4. Howdene Road; part of Howlett Hall Road, Ravenburn Gardens and part of Swinley Gardens (HHRS) in Benwell 5. Scotswood Village  Two more started in October 2021: 1. Byker Old Town  2. Greater High Cross Additional Licensing All HMOs (houses in multiple occupation) in Newcastle will require a licence. This means any property which is occupied by three or more people in two or more households with shared basic amenities will require a licence. What we would like you to do We are consulting on proposals which could see new selective licensing schemes in Lemington, Denton Court and Columbia Grange and amended schemes in Cowgate and the West End being put in place for another five years. The plans also include a new additional licensing scheme for smaller HMOs across the whole city. We would like to hear from anyone who lives or works in Newcastle or anyone who owns or manages a private rented property. You can take part in the survey below. https://www.letstalknewcastle.co.uk/consultations/483 If you have any queries about the schemes or the survey, or you need this information in a different format such as large print, please contact us at: Propertylicensing@newcastle.gov.uk Please give us your views about this by 29 May 2024