Private sector rented housing enforcement

Landlord responsibilities

Legal regulations and responsibilities concerning the renting out of property in the UK.

Damp, mould and condensation

Advice on reducing damp, mould and condensation, how to remove it and report issues.

Repairs and housing conditions

What are landlords legally required to do to ensure accommodation they own and rent out is fit for purpose?

Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Regulations 2015 and 2022

Find out more about private and social landlords requirements regarding smoke and carbon monoxide safety.

Electrical safety

Important update regarding electrical safety in private sector housing.

Tenant responsibilities and safety

What should be included in a tenancy agreement.

Energy efficiency

Important update regarding a change to legislation post-1 April 2020, and general info.

Gas and carbon monoxide safety

Laws and regulations concerning the safe use of gas appliances.

Private Sector Housing Enforcement Policy

Private sector housing enforcement policy civil penalties financial penalties.

Houses in multiple occupation

What is an HMO and do you need a licence for one?

Empty properties

Find out about what we are doing to deal with empty homes in Shropshire.

Harassment and illegal eviction

Who to speak to and how to act if you feel you're being illegally evicted.

Tenancy deposit protection

How tenants' deposits are protected by law.

National Residential Landlords Association - Shropshire branch meetings

Details of meetings held by the Shropshire branch of the National Residential Landlords Association.

Immigration - housing inspection services

Information on applying for immigration inspections for housing.