Slough: landlord licensing
Slough does not currently run a selective or additional licensing scheme, but mandatory HMO licensing still applies. Here is the full picture.
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Recently expired
Selective licensing
expiredSelective licensing in most of Chalvey and Central wards. Ceased 30 Jun 2024.
- Dates
- 1 Jul 2019 – 30 Jun 2024
- Wards / areas
- Chalvey, Central
Additional (HMO) licensing
expiredBorough-wide additional licensing of all privately rented HMOs not covered by mandatory. Ceased 30 Jun 2024.
- Dates
- 1 Jul 2019 – 30 Jun 2024
Mandatory HMO licensing (applies everywhere)
Regardless of local schemes, any property in Slough let to 5 or more people forming 2 or more households, who share a kitchen, bathroom or toilet, needs a mandatory HMO licence under the Housing Act 2004. Licences last up to 5 years and the fee is set by the council.
Penalties for operating unlicensed
- Civil penalty of up to £40,000 per offence (raised from £30,000 on 1 May 2026).
- Rent Repayment Order of up to 24 months' rent, claimable by the tenant.
- Unlimited fine on criminal prosecution, plus possible banning order.
- Once the national PRS Database is live, unregistered landlords can be blocked from regaining possession.
Notes
Both expired 30 Jun 2024. Reintroduction live: council consulting on reviving both scheme types. No new designation yet.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a landlord licence in Slough?
Slough does not currently operate a selective or additional licensing scheme. However, mandatory HMO licensing still applies to any property let to 5 or more people forming 2 or more households and sharing facilities.
What is the penalty for an unlicensed property in Slough?
Operating a licensable property without a licence can lead to a civil penalty of up to £40,000 per offence, a Rent Repayment Order of up to 24 months' rent, an unlimited fine on prosecution, and a banning order for serious or repeat offenders.
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Data verified against council sources as of July 2026. PRSCheck is an information service, not legal advice. Many schemes are designated at street or part-ward level; confirm the exact boundary for your address with the council before relying on this page. Browse all councils.