A landlord in Colchester was found guilty of breaching HMO regulations and compromising the safety of his tenants earlier this month.
A blocked fire escape and exposed electrical wiring were some of the many breaches found.
It is the duty of all landlords to ensure safe living conditions for their tenants. Property owners should also know that prosecutions and fines occur when safe standards are not met.
Whilst all properties should be outfitted to ensure suitable fire safety for all tenants, HMO properties should also have a risk assessment conducted by a competent person to meet legal requirements.
More information on the case can be viewed here: https://www.fia.uk.com/news/fire-safety-faults-at-hmos-ends-in-fines.html
Ingle & Ingle Fire Safety Consultancy 