Many landlords are unaware of the difficulties and legislation complications that are involved when letting and managing their property. This is where our expertise really comes really comes in to its own. All of our agents are ARLA qualified or in the process of taking their exams, ensuring we are aware of ever changing government legislation, with respect to liability and safety, so you can rely on us to get it right.
As a landlord you are responsible for the safety of your tenants. Most landlords are familiar with, or have heard of, the need to comply with certain gas safety regulations when letting a property. The Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998 place certain obligations on landlords to make sure gas appliances, fittings and flues provided are safe throughout the time when a property is occupied by a tenant and that an a appropriate safety record is completed by a Gas Safe Engineer.
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Whilst there is currently no legal requirement to complete an annual safety record like the gas safety regulations, landlords are legally required to ensure that their rental properties and any electrical equipment provided is safe prior to the commencement and throughout the tenancy. Not complying with this legislation is a criminal offence with potentially severe penalties including a fine, imprisonment or even both for more severe offences such as manslaughter. To protect you and your investment we strongly recommend both periodic testing of the electrical appliances and the fixed wiring of the property.
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Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) have been a legal requirement since 1st October 2008. Landlords and sellers have to provide an EPC when they put their property on the market for renting or selling and it must be available for all prospective buyers and tenants free of charge at the earliest opportunity. This should be when they are first provide with the written information on your property or when they arrange a viewing. EPC’s last 10 years, however, if you have carried out works to the property and have a new certificate commissioned this will supersede the previous one. An EPC is not required for any property that has been occupied prior to 1st October 2008 and is continued to be occupied after this date by the same tenant.
Unreasonable tenant behaviour and the responsibilities imposed on Landlords under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1988 are just two of the areas that can leave Landlords wondering what to do. Ongoing training keeps us up to date with new legislation and helps our clients to avoid many pitfalls. Our staff will be pleased to discuss any of the regulations and agree the necessary arrangements with you. If you would like further information, please contact:
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