Private sector housing

There is a good supply of accommodation being provided by private sector landlords in the district.

Our primary aim is to try to ensure that private sector residents are living in accommodation that is well maintained, safe and warm.

Under the Housing Act 2004, local authorities can, in certain circumstances, take over the management of properties that have been left empty for over six months.

We are keen to work with owners and landlords to reduce the risks associated with houses in multiple occupation.

We are responsible for making sure that housing in the area is safe and suitable to live in.

By law, all residential mobile home sites, and those for static holiday caravans and touring caravans, must have planning permission and be licensed with the local authority.