Refusal of a licence
The specific grounds for the refusal of a licence of an application to grant or renew a licence are contained in the short-term let licensing legislation, and any refusal of a licence application must be on these grounds:
A short-term let licence can be refused if:
- the applicant (or anyone named in the application) is not a fit and proper person
- the licence would benefit someone who would be refused a licence if they applied themselves
- the premises are not suitable for the proposed activity, considering:
- the location, character or condition of the property
- the nature and scale of the short-term let
- the type of guests likely to stay
- the risk of public nuisance, disorder, or safety issues
- there is another valid reason for refusal, based on the aims of the legislation (public safety, public order, and crime prevention)
What we cannot consider
We cannot take into account:
- speculation or assumptions
- frivolous or vexatious comments
- issues covered by other laws or regulations, such as:
- title deed disputes
- property boundaries or access rights
- planning permission