New rules for landlords come into force on Monday – RMBC reminder

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Latest news in Yorkshire: September 29, 2018 02:06:02 PM

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Houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) will need licences from Monday, 1st
October 2018, Rotherham Borough Council has reminded landlords.

It follows a Government decision earlier this year on rented properties
occupied by five or more people — regardless of the number of storeys.

HMOs have become increasingly popular in the borough and landlords have
until April to apply for their licence.

It costs £824 for five years — and landlords flouting the new rules will
face prosecution and fines of up to £30,000.

Cllr Dominic Beck, cabinet member for housing, said: “This new change in the
law reflects the importance society is putting on the safety of rented
housing.”

Visit rotherham.gov.uk/landlordlicensing for more information. Properties
included in a selective licensing area will not need to apply and will be
transferred for free in 2020.

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News source: rotherhamadvertiser.co.uk