Housing standards

Bringing empty homes back into use is part of our aim of meeting the need for decent and affordable homes.

For information and advice on the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).

Information on Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO).

Landlord Accreditation is the recognition that a landlord has voluntarily complied with scheme standards.

The Housing Act 2004 requires local authorities to licence certain houses in multiple occupation.

Landlords can no longer let or continue to let properties covered by the MEES regulations, if they have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating below E.

Information on grants, discounts and assistance on making a home more energy efficient.