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Property Standards

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1

Property Safety and Structural Standards

  • The property must be structurally stable, free from disrepair and damp, with safe staircases and balustrades.

  • External doors and windows must provide reasonable physical security and be adequately draught proofed.

  • Gardens, if present, should be easy to maintain, reasonably private, safe, and suitable for young children.

2

Compliance and Certification Requirements

  • Up-to-date gas, solid fuel, or oil service and safety certificates are required at handover.

  • Electrical lighting and power installations must be checked and certified safe by a qualified professional.

  • An asbestos survey (conducted by the local authority) and a fire risk assessment are required (except for self-contained houses).

3

Essential Facilities and Energy Efficiency

  • The property must have adequate fire alarms, with mains-powered smoke detectors on each floor and a CO alarm in every room with a gas appliance.

  • The heating system must have an EPC rating of E or above, with guidance available to improve this to a C.

  • The hot water tank must be insulated, and there must be mechanical extract ventilation in the kitchen and bathroom.

  • Kitchens and bathrooms (including WC and a working shower) should be in good working condition; white goods will be provided.

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