Edinburgh Short Term Let Licence Guide 2025
– What To Consider
10+ years
operating
UK focused
short-let specialists
Compliance first
approach
In-house teams
not outsourced call centres
Edinburgh is the most restrictive short term let market in Scotland.
Licensing is closely linked with planning control, neighbour objections and ongoing enforcement.
This guide explains
- Why Edinburgh applies stricter controls
- The relationship between planning and licensing
- Why objections are common
- How licences are reviewed post-approval
Key takeaway
Operating successfully in Edinburgh requires more than approval. Ongoing behaviour and management standards are critical.