A review of Salford City Council’s Selective Licensing Scheme in Eccles, Barton, and Winton shows it is helping to improve housing conditions and make landlords more responsible.
Introduced in September 2022, the five-year scheme ensures landlords meet required standards for privately rented properties, helping to tackle poor property and tenancy management. So far, 704 properties have been licensed under the scheme, with more applications in progress. The council is also taking action against landlords who have not yet applied.
The scheme, which requires landlords to obtain a licence and meet a set of management conditions, has helped ensure that privately rented homes meet safety standards, including annual gas safety checks, functioning smoke alarms, and electrical safety compliance. Over 400 landlords and property managers have been checked to make sure they are responsible and fit to manage rental homes.
Lead Member for Housing and Anti-Poverty, Councillor Tracy Kelly, said: “This scheme is making a real difference by improving private rental housing in Eccles, Barton, and Winton. It ensures tenants have safe, good-quality homes while holding landlords to account. We will continue to work with landlords who follow the rules but take strong action against those who don’t.”
The scheme has also helped to resolve tenant complaints, improve landlord engagement, and support wider enforcement efforts. So far, the council has issued civil penalties amounting to £45,250 against landlords failing to comply, demonstrating a firm stance on upholding housing standards.
Salford City Council will keep working to find unlicensed properties and make sure landlords follow their responsibilities, helping to improve housing for local people.
This is in line with our organisational priority to ensure a good home for all as everyone deserves a decent and affordable place to call home.
Get more information on the Selective Licensing Scheme.
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- Date published
- Friday 28 March 2025
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