Book with confidence with Great North Lodges. Properties operating as short-term lets in Scotland are required to have the appropriate Short-Term Let Licence, helping to ensure that important safety and compliance standards are met.
Short-Term Let Licensing & Planning
All short-term let accommodation in Scotland must be licensed by the relevant local authority.
The licensing scheme was introduced by the Scottish Government to establish consistent safety standards for short-term lets, address concerns within local communities and give councils greater oversight of short-term let accommodation in their areas.
Owners are responsible for ensuring that they have the correct licence for their property and continue to meet the conditions attached to it.
Scottish Government Guide to Short-Term Let Licensing
Highland Council Short-Term Let Licensing
Planning permission matters too
A Short-Term Let Licence and planning permission are not the same thing.
Depending on the property, how it is used and where it is located, planning permission may also be required. This is particularly important within designated Short-Term Let Control Areas, including Badenoch and Strathspey.
If you are considering operating a property as a short-term let, we recommend checking its planning position with the relevant local authority at an early stage.
Some helpful links on Short Term Let Licensing
Scottish Government Guide to Short Term Let Licensing
Great North Lodges can help
The requirements around short-term letting can seem complicated, particularly if you are new to the market.
With more than 25 years’ experience in Scottish self-catering, our team can help you understand the licensing and planning requirements you need to consider and guide you towards the appropriate information and local authority processes.
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Further Info
Thinking about listing your property with Great North Lodges?
Our experienced team would be happy to talk you through the process and help you understand the key considerations around planning, Short-Term Let Licensing and joining the Great North Lodges portfolio.
Give our office a call and we’ll be happy to help.
