Chances of getting a refund on a selective licence?

Chances of getting a refund on a selective licence?

0:01 AM, 18th October 2024, About a month ago 14

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Hi, towards the end of September, I got an email confirming my successful selective licence application. This application was submitted back in June, so it’s taken a while.

Some months after I submitted my application, I contacted the same council who are buying back stock. They carried out a valuation and we are nearing a figure I’d be happy to sell for.

My question is, what’s the chances of me pursuing a partial refund? I say partial because I’m happy to pay for sensible admin costs for processing it.

I know the scheme is a tax grab in general, it just irritates me that not only does it seem a waste of money for an active rental property, in my case, it’s not going to be covering anything.

I can’t see any other justification for them retaining a fee for a three year licence, which will only be ‘active’ for 4 months or so, with no actual inspection etc.

Thoughts are welcome!

Thanks,

Priten


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Mick Roberts

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7:45 AM, 20th October 2024, About 4 weeks ago

Reply to the comment left by Michael Johnson - Amzac Estates at 20/10/2024 - 07:24
Ha ha worst Council in the country, thank u for your observation.

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9:01 AM, 20th October 2024, About 4 weeks ago

Reply to the comment left by Michael Johnson - Amzac Estates at 18/10/2024 - 14:19
I don't understand why you think a refund is due?
Do you ask for a refund on the MOT of your car as well?

MOT's aren't cancelled on change of ownership.

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9:02 AM, 20th October 2024, About 4 weeks ago

Reply to the comment left by Michael Johnson - Amzac Estates at 20/10/2024 - 07:24
"Yes it does although they may charge an administrative fee."

No, it doesn't;

https://www.thelettingpartnership.co.uk/selective-licensing-the-basics/

'Selective Licenses are not transferable'

Landlord licensing, the council scam that keeps on giving.

Monty Bodkin

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9:06 AM, 20th October 2024, About 4 weeks ago

Reply to the comment left by Monty Bodkin at 20/10/2024 - 09:02
"Landlord licensing, the council scam that keeps on giving."

-Paid for by tenants.

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