Selective Licensing Policy

October 24, 2025 Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Renters (Cabinet member) Key decision Approved View on council website

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Summary

... whether to approve the publication of the Council's Selective Licensing Policy and the "Standards for Rental Accommodation in Westminster" guidance document, along with delegating authority to the Director of Public Protection & Licensing to finalize these documents with minor amendments.

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Purpose

The Cabinet Member will consider the
introduction of a Selective Licensing Policy.

Decision

Summary of Decision: The Cabinet Member
for Regeneration and Renters has approved the publication of the
Council’s ‘Selective Licensing
Policy’ and a guidance document entitled
‘Standards for Rental Accommodation in
Westminster’.
 
Reasons for Decision: The publication
of these documents will coincide with the launch of
the Selective Licensing scheme, providing clear guidance on the
licensing process and helping to ensure rental accommodation
meets acceptable standards.

Supporting Documents

RR25-19 CMR.pdf
Appendix 1 - Selective Licensing Policy.pdf
Appendix 2 - Standards for rental accommodation in Westminster.pdf
Appendix 3 - EqIA.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date24 Oct 2025
Subject to call-inYes