Short-term rental compliance in Southwark covers three key areas.

• Permits and permissions: Entire-home lets in Greater London are capped at 90 nights per calendar year under the Deregulation Act 2015. Exceeding this limit typically requires planning permission from your local borough council. Leases and freeholders may also restrict short-term letting.
• Safety: Follow lease and building by-laws, maintain working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, complete gas and electrical safety checks where applicable, and hold suitable short-let insurance.
• Taxes and records: Declare income via HMRC Self Assessment. Keep income and expense records and review council tax versus business rates if hosting frequently.

For a full overview, see our London short-term rental regulation guide.