Navigate short-term let regulations with confidence
Licensing, planning permission, compliance, and business strategy for STL operators. Expert advice from the UK's leading short-term let consultancy.
Protect your STL with a Certificate of Lawfulness
Formal legal confirmation that your short-term let is lawful - the strongest protection against enforcement action. Hundreds secured across every Scottish council. From £899 + VAT, only charged when we engage. ASSC members save 20% on Stream B (no-MCU) applications — code sent on request.
Common myth, dispelled: a CLEUD isn't only for operators with 10+ years of history. Two legal routes — 10-year immunity orno material change of use — mean most established STL operators can apply, regardless of how long they've been running.
- Guided online intake - about 45 minutes
- Pay only when we accept your case
- Fact pack, statutory declaration & evidence index
- Resume any time - auto-saves every field
Our Services
Everything you need to operate legally and profitably
Whether you're starting out or scaling up, we provide tailored solutions for every stage of your STL journey.
Certificate of Lawfulness
Formal legal confirmation that your STL is lawful — the strongest protection against enforcement. Hundreds secured across every Scottish council.
Licensing & Compliance
End-to-end licence application handling. We manage the full submission, liaise with councils, and ensure your property meets all safety requirements.
Planning Permission
From assessing whether permission is needed to preparing and submitting applications. Expert knowledge of local authority policies across the UK.
Enforcement & Appeals
Facing enforcement action or a licence refusal? We represent you through appeals, subcommittee hearings, and legal challenges.
Legal, Financial & Accounting
Specialist tax compliance, cashflow management, and legal guidance tailored to short-term let operators.
Festival & Events Letting
Maximise returns from one-off festival lets and seasonal opportunities with proper licensing and compliance support.
Market Intelligence
Data-driven insights on STL market trends, pricing, occupancy rates, and regulatory developments in your area.
Latest Insights
Expert analysis & regulatory updates
Highland Drops Its 'Four-Bedroom Rule': A Fresh Planning Opportunity in Ward 20
Highland Council has disapplied a non-statutory policy that blocked planning permission for short-term lets with fewer than four bedrooms in its Badenoch and Strathspey control area. Operators previously refused on that basis may now be able to reapply - possibly without a planning fee.
Edinburgh Festival 2026: What You Need to Legally Let Your Property
A practical guide to the licensing and planning regime for festival-period short-term letting in Edinburgh. The four common scenarios - home letting, home sharing, secondary letting, and the August arbitrage of student flats - and what each one actually requires.
I have received an enforcement letter about my STL - what should I do?
A practical guide for short-term let operators who have just received correspondence from a planning authority. The four types of letter you may have received, the things you must not do, and the steps to take to protect your position.
Not sure what rules apply at your address?
Use our interactive rule checker to find out which STL regulations apply in your area. Enter your postcode or browse the map to see licensing requirements, planning rules, and control area status.
🗺️ Check Your AreaClick on any council area to view STL licensing details
Featured
STL Solutions In The Press
“97 per cent of Edinburgh Airbnb-style flat plans refused”
STL Solutions quoted on Edinburgh's planning refusal statistics - highlighting how the regulatory landscape is tightening for operators.
“Further reductions in STLs could cost Edinburgh's economy £57m”
Industry analysis on the economic impact of short-term let regulation, with STL Solutions contributing market intelligence and operator insights.
“STL Solutions: Supporting Short-Term Let Operators”
Featured as a trusted industry partner by the Association of Scotland's Self-Caterers - the leading trade body for self-catering in Scotland.
Testimonials
Trusted by STL operators across the UK
“I have been in ongoing discussions with STL Solutions for the past 6 months, their advice has been valuable for my business.”
“STL Solutions are lifesavers. Helping us and our clients navigate the incredibly complicated and stressful planning and licensing landscape. At least, for the moment, we can feel more hopeful.”
“STL Solutions' profound knowledge of local regulations, coupled with their unwavering commitment to our success, truly set them apart.”
“STL Solutions have been a key part in the success of obtaining my Certificate of Lawfulness, giving excellent support, advice and direction enabling me to make a successful application.”
“We faced objections when applying for our license. With Ross Armstrong's invaluable support from STL Solutions, we navigated the process successfully. His thorough review and strong report were crucial to our success at the tribunal.”
“I have greatly benefitted from STL Solutions advice as far as licence and rates issues regards STLs within the Edinburgh Council region over the past 9 years.”
How It Works
Three steps to compliance
Free Initial Consultation
Tell us about your property and goals. We'll assess your situation and recommend the best path forward - completely free.
We Handle the Complexity
From applications to council liaison, safety compliance to planning submissions, our team manages the process end to end.
You Operate With Confidence
With your licence approved and compliance sorted, you focus on running a successful short-term let business.
UK-Wide Coverage
Wherever you operate, we can help
Originally founded to help Scottish STL operators navigate complex new licensing laws, we now provide services across the UK. Different rules, same expertise.
Ready to get your short-term let sorted?
Whether you need a licence, planning permission, or just expert advice, our team is here to help. First consultation is always free.