Do Secondary Short Term lets need planning permission?

There is still some confusion about short term lets (STLs). 

To operate legally, all landlords of short term lets must have either a licence or an exemption.  The Court’s decision in the recent judicial review of the Council’s STL planning guidance means secondary STL landlords, who operated before 5 September 2022, should contact the Council’s Planning Department before applying for a licence.  They need to find out whether or not planning permission is required.  Hal Osler says  “I would encourage all secondary STL hosts to contact: planning@edinburgh.gov.uk before applying for a licence.” 

Complaints about unlicensed STLs can be reported to the Council via PRSEnforcement@edinburgh.gov.uk