Fine warning issued to landlords ahead of April deadline
Original Article Summary
A council says the move is focused on "improving standards" in private housing.
PropMatch Curated Analysis
Peterborough City Council warns HMO landlords to obtain required licences by April 26 or face unlimited fines, with fees set at £1,100 for five-year licences covering approximately 2,000 properties.
Investor Relevance
Critical for HMO investors in Peterborough who must budget for licensing costs and ensure compliance to avoid unlimited fines. Signals broader trend of local authorities implementing additional HMO licensing schemes that may spread to other areas.
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