Selective landlord licensing
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the early application period for The Avenues Phase 3 licensing scheme has been lengthened from 30 April to 30 October 2020. Fully completed applications received before 30 October 2020 will benefit from an early application discount. Please note that the Phase 3 start date currently remains as 30 April 2020, however no enforcement action will be considered for those applications received between 30 April and 29 October 2020. Applications received on or after 30 October 2020 will not benefit from an early application discount.
The Government have released

Information on our tenant vetting service for selective landlord licensing areas.

See which areas in Gateshead which require selective landlord licensing and find out how to apply for a landlord licence.

Information, help and advice for new and existing landlord licence holders.

Conditions provide a framework for landlords to follow ensuring effective management of the property and tenancy.

Information on selective landlord licensing, its purpose, who it applies to and more.

Consultation documents, executive summary and more.

Areas in Gateshead which require selective landlord licensing and information on previous landlord licensing schemes.

Information on landlord accreditation and training opportunities.

Information on the property accreditation scheme.