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Councils to Fine Landlords £7,000 Per Hazard Under New Safety Rules
Landlords could face on-the-spot fines of £7,000 for each hazard identified in a property under new health and safety rules. A civil penalty of £40,000 may also be imposed for failing to remedy issues and continuing to breach the new standards.
The government has announced changes to the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). These changes will introduce stricter enforcement measures for landlords who do not comply with updated health and safety requirements.
For letting agents and inventory clerks, the new rules highlight the importance of thorough property inspections and prompt action on any hazards identified. The increased penalties mean that ensuring compliance with health and safety standards is now more critical than ever for landlords and their agents.
Source: Property118