Norwich – Consultation on Proposed Private Rented Housing Licensing Schemes

Norwich City Council

Public consultation on proposed private rented housing licensing schemes

Consultation runs from 2 November 2026 to 24 January 2027

Have your say on two proposed property licensing schemes for private rented housing in Norwich:

1. A proposed citywide additional licensing scheme for houses in multiple occupation (HMOs), specifically for those properties with 3 to 4 people making up 2 or more households.

2. A proposed selective licensing scheme covering private rented properties in Nelson, Mile Cross, Sewell and Town Close.

No decision has been made. We welcome views from a wide range of people including residents, landlords, letting agents, tenants, businesses and anyone else with an interest before any decision is taken.

Find out more and have your say

Read the proposals and supporting information, check the proposed areas and complete the consultation survey at:

gettalking.norwich.gov.uk/discretionarylicensing

For a paper copy, an alternative format or information about responding offline, email NorwichPRS@melresearch.co.uk  or call the Freephone number: 0800 073 0348.

Paper survey responses can be sent to the Freepost address:

Freepost Plus RUBU–GJRK–GHBT

M E L Research Ltd

Somerset House

37 Temple Street

Birmingham

B2 5DP

Please submit your response by 24 January 2027.