On the 8th July 2026 the Council’s executive gave approval to commence the consultation exercise for the proposal to redesignate the existing selective licensing areas in Burnley Wood with Healey Wood and the Leyland Road area and introduce a new selective licensing designation in the Lyndhurst Road areas.
The consultation will take place from 3rd August 2026 to 18th October 2026.
Selective licensing already operates in seven areas of the borough; it means that every house in the proposed designated area that is privately rented must have a licence to operate.
A full copy of the Statement of Case that details the reasons for the proposals is available. A summary for each of the three areas is also available.
We are consulting with residents, as well as business owners, landlords, managing agents and organisations that provide services either within or near to the proposed licensing areas.
What properties are affected?
Burnley Wood with Healey Wood Map and street list
Leyland Road area Map and street list
Lyndhurst Road area Map and street list
What Does the Council Hope to Achieve?
The intended outcomes of the selective licensing designations are to:
- Improve the management of private rented homes through training, advice and support to landlords and agents, and where necessary the use of appropriate enforcement action
- Improve the condition of private rented homes through proactive external and internal property inspections, advice and support to landlords and appropriate enforcement where necessary
- Work with partners to tackle antisocial behaviour (ASB)
- Work with partners to reduce the incidents of dirty back yards and fly tipping
- Bring empty homes back into use by supporting the work of the Council’s Empty Homes Teams
Support and Benefits
| Landlords/Agents | Residents/Community |
| Support and training to help you manage your properties | A well-managed home where tenants’ rights are protected |
| Support with tenant referencing | Improved living conditions and offer better value for money |
| Advice if tenants breach their tenancy agreements, e.g. help with ASB | A reduction in the impact of poorly managed properties on neighbouring residents |
| Updates on changing legislation, initiatives and policies affecting the private rented sector | Ensure your landlord is licensed and is meeting the required standard |
| The opportunity to become accredited through the Council’s Good Landlord and Agent Scheme | A dedicated officer working in each area to reduce the negative impacts of poorly managed rented properties that can affect the tenants and the neighbourhood |
| Work in partnership with the council to create a level playing field, where rogue landlords and agents with unscrupulous practices cannot undercut good landlords | A main point of contact to report issues with privately rented properties in your area |
| Raise management standards to improve the reputation of the private rented sector, stabilise communities, shortening void periods and reducing tenant turnover | An overall improvement in rented properties that will help to reduce tenant turnover and contribute to stable and sustainable communities. |
What is it Going to Cost Landlords?
A copy of the proposed fee structure is available.
Deduct a further £100 for a complete application submitted within 6 weeks of the scheme (applies to first application only).
Is there an alternative to selective licensing?
The council has considered alternatives to selective licensing but concluded that none will have the same impact as requiring all landlords in the designated area to engage with the council to ensure they meet the minimum standards. The Council will continue to utilise and integrate with selective licensing all other options to improve the private rented sector such as the Good Landlord and Agent Scheme, Housing Standards, The Empty Homes Programme and services to assist residents through the Home Improvement Agency and Housing Advice.
Further information available:
- The Council’s Statement of Case, explaining the proposals in greater detail
- A summary of the above document
- Proposed street lists and maps of affected areas – see downloads
- Proposed licence conditions
Want to Know More?
The selective licensing team will be holding drop-in sessions to meet with anyone who has an interest in the scheme. There is no need to book an appointment you can attend at any point during the stated times:
Leyland Road area: Burnley Cricket Club,10th of September (10am- 6pm),
CVS Centre, Room 14 (Interview room) 10am-6pm on the 7th of October
Burnley Wood area: Rosehill Baptist Church on the 9th September 2026 from 10am until 6pm
Burnley Wood Community Centre on the 16th September 2026 from 10am until 6pm
Lyndhurst Road area:
St Catherines Church on the 18th August 2026 and the 28th September 2026 at 10am until 6pm
We are also holding Landlord Evenings on the:
10th and 24th September 2026 at Burnley Town Hall, Manchester Road, Burnley. From 5.30pm until 7.30pm to book a place
Have your Say
Burnley Wood with Healey Wood Landlord and Resident Consultation Questionnaire – Fill in form
Leyland Road Landlord and Resident Consultation Questionnaire – Fill in form
Lyndhurst Road Landlord and Resident Consultation Questionnaire – Fill in form
Contact us
Email landlords@burnley.gov.uk | Call 01282 475810 | Write Selective Licensing, Town Hall, Manchester Road, Burnley, BB11 9SA
