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Short-term lets are legal in Birmingham, but you may need planning permission if a C3 dwelling is used as serviced accommodation. There’s no citywide night cap. Report income to HMRC; you may be moved to Business Rates if run as a business. No local tourist levy.
No single legal threshold. Treated case-by-case under planning (C3→C1 ‘material change of use’). London’s 90-night cap is unique to Greater London.
Short-term lets are legal in Birmingham, but you may need planning permission if a C3 dwelling is used as serviced accommodation. There’s no citywide night cap. Report income to HMRC; you may be moved to Business Rates if run as a business. No local tourist levy.
Registration / Permit
No local STR register or licence; planning permission may be required for a material change of use.
Max Nights
None citywide (London’s automated 90-day cap doesn’t apply).
Planning / Zoning
Varies (complexity & case load). Expect 8–13 weeks typical for standard apps; pre-app advice recommended.
Safety & Insurance
Follow UK STR fire-safety guidance; complete a fire-risk assessment; interlinked smoke/heat alarms; keep compliance records.
Tax
Income tax via HMRC. Business rates if available 140+ days & let 70+; else Council Tax. Rent-a-Room £7,500 (main home). Councils may charge up to 100% second-home premium from Apr 2025. FHL abolished 6 Apr 2025.
Income tax via HMRC. Business rates if available 140+ days & let 70+; else Council Tax. Rent-a-Room £7,500 (main home). Councils may charge up to 100% second-home premium from Apr 2025. FHL abolished 6 Apr 2025.
Follow UK STR fire-safety guidance; complete a fire-risk assessment; interlinked smoke/heat alarms; keep compliance records.
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No single legal threshold. Treated case-by-case under planning (C3→C1 ‘material change of use’). London’s 90-night cap is unique to Greater London.
⭐ Rated 4.8/5 by 2,500+ Hosts
This guide is informational and not legal advice. Always confirm with
Birmingham City Council (Planning & Regeneration); HMRC (tax).
your local authority.
