Bedford Borough Council — landlord licensing reference

Bedford Borough Council — East of England.

Selective licensing: no scheme confirmed at council level.

Additional HMO licensing: designated areas only.

Council licensing page: https://www.bedford.gov.uk/housing/houses-multiple-occupation-hmo/hmo-licensing

Council HMO page: https://www.bedford.gov.uk/housing/houses-multiple-occupation-hmo/hmo-licensing/apply-hmo-licence

Local notes: - Mandatory plus Additional HMO licensing scheme in designated areas. - Applications typically processed in 6-8 weeks.

Last verified: 2026-06-27.

Reference data only — always check the council's own page before applying.