New landlord licensing scheme being launched in Lambeth and new HMO planning restrictions coming soon Submitted by daniel on Sun, 01/09/2024 - 08:00 Picture Image Lambeth Council have introduced a new selective licensing scheme that comes into force on 2 September 2024. The new selective licensing scheme covering the four council wards of Knights Hill, Streatham Common & Vale, Streatham Hill East and Streatham St Leonards will remain in force for 5 years. The scheme extends licensing to all private rented homes within the designated area that are occupied by a single household or two unrelated sharers. HMOs already need licensing under the council’s mandatory HMO and additional licensing schemes. Read more about New landlord licensing scheme being launched in Lambeth and new HMO planning restrictions coming soonAdd new comment