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Housing Standards

About Housing Standards
The Housing Standards Department is responsible for the assessment and improvement of private rented accommodation in our area.
Health and Safety Rating System
The Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) is the method of assessing potential risks to health and safety in private sector accommodation.
Damp and Mould
When the weather turns colder, condensation and mould can form more easily. We receive a significant number of reports of mould from October to March. Over the warmer months, there are barely any issues.
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Regulations
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Regulations 2015
Energy Efficiency Regulations
The Energy Efficiency (Private Rented Property) (England and Wales) Regulations 2015
Electrical Safety Regulations
The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020
Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and Licensing
Under the Housing Act 2004, a property which fulfils the criteria listed below will be defined as a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO)
Civil Penalties
Civil Penalties as introduced by the Housing and Planning Act 2016
Complain to Housing Standards
Immigration Inspections
Immigration Inspection Fee