You can apply for a selective licensing exemption without meeting the residency test in several cases. Here are the main exemptions where residency isn't required:
| Exemption Criteria |
|---|
| The property is subject to a current prohibition order. |
| It is being used for business premises. |
| It requires another type of licence (e.g., a HMO licence). |
| It has a tenancy for agricultural land/holdings. |
| The property is controlled by a local housing authority, registered Social Landlord, police, fire and rescue authority, or health service body. |
| It is occupied only by full-time students, where the managing institution controls the property. |
| The tenancy agreement is granted for more than 21 years without provisions for early termination. |
| The tenancy is granted for a holiday home occupancy. |
| The occupier shares accommodation with the landlord or a family member. |
Additionally, a temporary exemption notice may be available if you're taking steps to ensure the property doesn't need a license, such as agreeing to a sale where the buyer intends to live in it. For further details, you can apply for an exemption through the Selective Licensing exemption link.
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