Step 3: Short-term let licence issues

• Check your licence expiry date and apply for renewal well in advance (at least 3 months before expiry)
• Ensure all mandatory safety certificates are current (gas safety, EICR, fire detection, legionella)
• Confirm your property still meets the Repairing Standard (mandatory from 1 March 2024)
• If you are in a control area, check that your planning permission is still valid
• If your licence has conditions, review them and confirm compliance
• If your council has contacted you about non-compliance, respond promptly and address the issues raised

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