General News Updates
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Nottingham's New ASB guide for Landlords
Antisocial behaviour (ASB) is defined as actions that harm, or lack consideration for the well-being of otherswhich can include, but is not limited to:
Excessive noise,
Fly-tipping, … more
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New Antisocial Behaviour Guide
Antisocial behaviour (ASB) is defined as actions that harm, or lack consideration for the well-being of otherswhich can include, but is not limited to:
Excessive noise,
Fly-tipping, … more
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Resolve to get energy smart before April 2018 Legalisation changes
Blog Contribution by Peter Comer, Energy Services Advisor @ Acrobat
The Government has pledged to drive down energy bills for a million UK homes by April 2018 and landlords with … more
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The City of Lincoln Trusted Landlord Scheme
The City of Lincoln Council recently launched their Trusted Landlord Scheme in Partnership with DASH Landlord Accreditation. There are numerous benefits to being a trusted landlord including: … more
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DASH Presents - A Brief Legal Update and Q&A
DASH Presents - A Brief Legal Update and Q&A more
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Derby Property Accreditation Scheme - Proposed Changes
Derby Accredited Property Scheme (DAPS) - Proposed Changes more
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Open consultation - Banning letting agent fees paid by tenants
The government announced at the 2016 Autumn Statement that it would consult on introducing a ban on letting agent fees paid by tenants, to improve competition in the private rental market and give … more
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Obtaining and using tenancy deposit information
This booklet acts as guidance for local housing authorities in requesting, accessing and using tenancy deposit information.
Having access to this information will increase the tools that authorities … more
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Statutory guidance Civil penalties under the Housing and Planning Act 2016
Guidance to help local authorities use their powers to impose a civil penalty as an alternative to prosecution for certain housing offences.
The Housing and Planning Act 2016 provides new … more
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Statutory guidance Rent repayment orders under the Housing and Planning Act 2016
Guidance to help local authorities use their powers to seek a rent repayment order against a landlord in the private rented sector.
The Housing and Planning Act 2016 extended rent … more