Category: Landlords

Waking Watch: Why UK Housing Associations Need It FAST

The Grenfell tragedy turned a spotlight on fire safety in high density housing like never before. Even in blocks without external cladding, the plans we thought would keep people safe were shown to be flawed, with terrible consequences.

Recommendations have been made for building new projects. New legislation will be put in place. But what about existing developments?

Whether your building is high or low rise, there are steps that Responsible Persons need to take now. The first is to think about Waking Watch!

High density housing buildings need waking watch

High density housing buildings may need waking watch

What is Waking Watch?

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Fire Safety Advice For Students and Landlords Following Student Accommodation Fire In Bolton

Fire Safety Advice For Students and Landlords Following Student Accommodation Fire In Bolton

Following a serious fire last month at a student accommodation block in Bolton, Lancashire, Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is issuing guidance and support for student residents and building owners.

Student accommodation and housing providers have a responsibility to comply with fire safety legislation and give advice to their tenants on the fire safety arrangements and procedures for their particular building. read more…

Landlords and Electrical Inspection Condition Reports

Landlords and Electrical Inspection Condition Reports

Landlords have a responsibility to ensure that their properties are safe and proper places for people to live.

Many fires occur as a result of an electrical fault. And you may have PAT tested any and all electrical devices in your property.

However, did you know that you are also responsible for the cables and wires concealed behind the walls. These are electrical installations and require an EICR or Electrical Installation Condition Report.

Landlords and EICRs

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Landlords: Licensing HMOs

Landlords: Licensing HMOs

Becoming a landlord seems like such a good idea to provide you with an income.

But hold your horses! There are a lot of gotchas for landlords – EICRs and the licensing of HMOs were both in the news this week.

Landlords need to licence HMOs

First up, is your property an HMO? A house of multiple occupancy.
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