Today’s episode of The Damp Show is the first of a 4-part series, which explains the health risks of damp and mould and the steps the UK government is taking to reduce the number of people who are affected by this issue. For this episode, Sam starts by looking at the Renters Reform Bill and Social Housing Regulation Act and explaining how it impacts private landlords and social housing providers. Before he lists the other pre-existing regulations, they must also comply with when tackling damp issues in the properties they own and rent out.
Today’s episode of The Damp Show is the first of a 4-part series, which explains the health risks of damp and mould and the steps the UK government is taking to reduce the number of people who are affected by this issue. For this episode, Sam starts by looking at the Renters Reform Bill and Social Housing Regulation Act and explaining how it impacts private landlords and social housing providers. Before he lists the other pre-existing regulations, they must also comply with when tackling damp issues in the properties they own and rent out.
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KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Landlords cannot use ignorance of the new legislation as a defence for not eliminating damp and mould from their properties.
- The health issues caused are very serious. People have died as a result of living in damp or mouldy conditions.
- The elderly, the young and those with certain underlying health conditions are the most vulnerable. But it is not good for anyone´s health.
- Some of the regulations that apply to private landlords, do not apply to those providing social housing and vis-a-versa. But they are both obliged by different acts and bills to ensure none of their tenants have to live with damp and mould.
BEST MOMENTS
“Thousands of landlords are oblivious to the fact that this (bill) has come out.”
“Private and social landlords must adhere to a number of regulations related to damp and mould.”
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EPISODE RESOURCES
Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023 - https://bills.parliament.uk/bills/3177
The Renter´s Reform Bill - https://blog.goodlord.co/your-guide-to-the-renters-reform-bill
Housing Act 2004 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2004/34/contents
Environmental Protection Act 1990 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1990/43/contents
Homes (Fitness for Habitation) Act 2018 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2018/34/enacted
Landlord and Tennant Act 1985 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1985/70
Decent Homes Standard - https://www.gov.uk/guidance/decent-homes-standard-review
Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards in Buildings - https://www.dentons.com/en/insights/articles/2023/april/12/minimum-energy-efficiency-standards-in-buildings-update-april-2023
Building Regulations 2010 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2010/2214/contents/made
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