{"id":3584,"date":"2017-07-17T14:37:08","date_gmt":"2017-07-17T14:37:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.withcreative.co.uk\/lforl\/?p=3584"},"modified":"2017-07-17T14:37:08","modified_gmt":"2017-07-17T14:37:08","slug":"landlords-stick-rules-keep-income","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.withcreative.co.uk\/lforl\/landlords-stick-rules-keep-income\/","title":{"rendered":"Landlords \u2013 stick to the rules to keep your income"},"content":{"rendered":"

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In April, the system for fining landlords in breach of housing regulations changed. There\u2019s now a maximum penalty of \u00a330,000 which can be imposed without<\/em> court proceedings. What\u2019s more, local authorities have the right to recover up to 12 months\u2019 rent from those landlords who have harassed their tenants or let properties which are in a poor condition.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s worth having, therefore, a quick recap on landlords\u2019 responsibilities because ignoring them can have serious repercussions. Private individuals with small scale portfolios need to ensure they\u2019re up to date. Adhering to all the regulations will mean that cash-strapped local authorities can\u2019t treat them as an easy target when they need to top up their funding.<\/p>\n

To be fair that\u2019s not likely to happen. Local authorities will still have the safe letting of property as their priority. The problem, though, is that the different authorities may interpret the rules differently. For landlords with properties in more than one locality, that could be very confusing. Some local authorities may require licences before a property can be let \u2013 others won\u2019t. There could be differences between the procedures for HMOs and in the interpretation of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a good idea to be proactive \u2013 ask the local authority for help, rather than avoiding them. You\u2019ll show you are keen to do the right thing.<\/p>\n

The Housing Health and Safety Rating System<\/h1>\n

We mentioned earlier that letting a property in poor condition can lead to a rent repayment order. As a landlord, you\u2019re responsible for the exterior and structural elements of the dwelling and for the inside facilities including, water, gas and electricity, hygiene facilities, sanitation and drainage, food safety, ventilation and heating and hot water systems. A total of 29 hazards are identified under HHSRS and failure to prevent problems can cost you a year\u2019s worth of rental income. You can find more information here.<\/a><\/p>\n

Other requirements<\/h1>\n

As well as health and safety requirements, breaching other landlord responsibilities can also see you facing fines.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll be responsible for:<\/p>\n

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  • Right to rent checks<\/li>\n
  • Providing start of tenancy information including:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    o\u00a0\u00a0 Energy performance certificates<\/p>\n

    o\u00a0\u00a0 Gas safety certificates<\/p>\n

    o\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the Government\u2019s How to Rent booklet.<\/p>\n

    In addition, you\u2019ll have to ensure that:<\/p>\n

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    • The deposit is protected in a UK approved scheme<\/li>\n
    • The tenant\u2019s privacy is respected<\/li>\n
    • You keep to the agreements made on rent and rent increases<\/li>\n
    • Any eviction proceedings follow the letter of the law.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      And watch this space \u2026<\/h1>\n

      \u2026 because the rules and regulations are constantly changing. It\u2019s quite possible that you could miss a change and find yourself out of pocket.<\/p>\n

      If you\u2019re not certain that you\u2019re doing the right thing, remember that there is safety in numbers. If you don\u2019t use an agency, join a landlords\u2019 association. If you do use an agency, make sure they\u2019re reputable and a member of a trade body. They should know all the rules and regs inside out. If they don\u2019t seem certain, move. It won\u2019t be them that pays the fine. It will be you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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