The expansion of Burnley's selective licensing scheme comes amid a flurry of similar moves by local authorities, which do not require government permission to introduce them.
Changes will be made after a statutory consultation period. Additional areas from April include parts of Trinity, Queensgate, Garneau, Daneshouse, Stonyholme and Padiham. 
Revitalization strategy
The council says the selective licensing in the borough is part of a wider regeneration strategy for the area.
“The aim is to support landlords and tenants, improve housing management in the private rental sector and address issues such as falling house prices, anti-social behavior and poor property conditions.
“While the council likes to support landlords through training days, landlord nights and voluntary accreditation to improve standards, we also have a track record of success in civil penalty and prosecution cases. .
There are still instances where homes lack gas or electricity certificates, lack heating, and suffer from dampness and mold. ”
“This sends a clear message that Congress will not tolerate poor landlords who continue to flaunt the law.
“The Selective Licensing Scheme will help address the problems associated with low demand by forcing landlords who are not operating to minimum required standards to improve their management practices and the condition of their properties. ”
Councilor Jack Rauner, Councilor for Housing, Health and Culture, said: “Private renters have the right to live in safe and decent accommodation. Many private rented properties in the borough are well managed, but gas There are still homes that lack electricity certificates, lack heat, suffer from damp and mold, and lack smoke detectors.Selective licensing is important in addressing these issues. It plays a role.”
