Whether you’re a landlord, managing agent, or housing professional, navigating the maze of licensing and planning requirements can feel impossible. At Yuno, we make it simple. Our licensing support services take the complexity out of residential property compliance. We give you the tools, guidance, and expert services to ensure your properties meet all the latest licensing and planning obligations — from HMO and selective licensing to planning permissions and Article 4 constraints. Our Licensing services are delivered by 3rd party accredited Environmental Health Officers under CIEH.
If you’re letting or managing residential properties in the UK, these are the licensing schemes and planning rules you must get right:
– Mandatory HMO Licensing: Applies to HMOs with 5+ people forming 2+ households. Includes minimum room sizes, amenities, and fire precautions.
– Additional HMO Licensing: Local councils may apply stricter rules even to smaller HMOs. Every borough differs and changes frequently.
– Scotland HMO Licensing: Covering the whole of Scotland. Local councils may apply stricter rules even to smaller HMOs. Every borough differs and changes frequently.
- Selective Licensing: Some councils licence all rental properties in certain areas. Requirements often include safety certs, fit and proper person tests, and anti-social behaviour management.
Short-Term Let Licensing: Some countries and areas in the UK require a licence to let as Short-Term let when you want to rent out properties for brief periods.
– Temporary Exemptions, Declarations & Appeals: Handling late applications, unexpected inspections, or complex scenarios? We help you stay covered.
– Planning Permission – If you don’t have planning permission, you won’t get a licence, or at least not for very long, until they enforce! Short-Term Let, Article 4 HMO, Sui Generis HMO and Lawful Use: In Article 4 areas, converting a house to an HMO needs full planning permission, even for small HMOs (C3 to C4 use class change). Short-Term Let planning is a legal requirement for landlords, in certain areas of the UK, who want to rent out properties for brief periods.
A good licensing approach isn’t reactive, it’s strategic. We help you plan ahead to avoid enforcement notices, fines, and missed rental income. Our support includes:
Integrated to CRMs and other tech partners through API. For agents, managers or portfolio landlords, we bulk-scan your property list for licensing or planning issues — and flag risks before they become liabilities.
We identify which licences your properties need — and handle the applications for you. No copy-pasting. Everything is tailored, correct, and submitted on your behalf.
We assess planning constraints too, giving you visibility before you buy, let, or convert. Avoid costly planning breaches.
We deal directly with local authorities, submit compliance evidence, and keep you updated with real-time progress.
We monitor expiry dates and prompt you before action is needed — integrated into our Yuno platform.
If things go wrong or you inherit a problem, we help you file temporary exemption notices (TENs), gather supporting documentation, and advise on enforcement responses.
Yuno helps identify which properties need licensing, tracks renewal dates, and flags potential gaps—so you’re always one step ahead.
Service | What You Get |
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Licensing Needs Review | Audit of your portfolio or property against council schemes |
Application Handling | Fully managed licensing applications, tailored to each council |
Planning & Article 4 Checks | Use class review and risk mapping before you buy, convert or let |
Monitoring & Renewals | Dashboard alerts and reminders when new schemes come into place and licences are due |
Exemption and Expert Support | Help with unexpected licensing needs, relief requests or notices |
Landlord & Agent Training | Workshops, guides and best-practice tools to stay ahead |
End-to-end support | From identification to certification and upgrades, we cover all property compliance. |
Licensing law is fragmented, localised, and constantly changing. But we bring it all together — in one smart, connected system. With Yuno, you’re always one step ahead:
Real-time alerts and reminders
Council rule tracking across the UK
Fully managed applications
Transparent audit trails and expert advice
Digital dashboards for landlords and agents
All backed by a friendly team who knows how the UK property market really works.
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With over 15 years immersed in the property sector, Paul’s expertise is unparalleled. From his beginnings as a developer in Chelsea to pioneering the innovative Yuno property compliance model, his journey showcases a deep understanding of the industry’s intricacies.
Having been a slave to the beast of responsibility & liability, Paul decided to partner with property legal professionals & experts to create a platform that would empower all with the knowledge and means to set themselves free once and for all. With Yuno, you’re not just complying; you’re thriving.
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Lori brings over two decades of expertise in estate agency and the private rental sector to the Yuno team.
As a valued advisor, Lori plays a crucial role in shaping Yuno’s compliance solutions, ensuring they meet the needs of our clients in an ever-evolving industry. Her wealth of knowledge and commitment to excellence make her an integral part of our mission to simplify compliance in property management.
David’s legal prowess in property litigation, property regulation, and data protection is unparalleled. His extensive experience, especially in matters concerning residential tenancies and agencies, makes him an invaluable asset to Yuno.
With a keen eye for new legislation and obligations, David excels in advising and litigating complex property issues. He has a knack for finding innovative solutions within existing laws to tackle unique client challenges.
With a proven track record of nurturing businesses and an in-depth understanding of consumer behaviour in relation to property, Kate is a true industry figure. Her insights and expertise are invaluable to Yuno’s mission.
Kate’s dedication to improving the property industry aligns perfectly with our goals, and her guidance helps us continually evolve to meet the needs of property professionals and consumers alike.