Selective landlord licensing conditions

The licence holder must;

a.  on commencement of a new tenancy, the licence holder must compile a detailed inventory of all internal and external areas of the property that includes the condition of all elements within each room or external area and any items or furnishings provided as part of the tenancy agreement (DC)

b.  a copy of the inventory must be provided to the tenant prior to the tenancy commences and agreed by both parties within seven days. The inventory should include photographs of each room and external area and those items provided as part of the tenancy agreement. The inventory must be signed by both the licence holder or their representative and the tenant. Provide to the Local Authority within seven days of the request, a copy of the inventory (DC)

c.  ensure that the internal structure of the house is maintained in good repair and that any fixtures and fittings and appliances made available are maintained in good repair and working order (DC)

d. ensure, as far as is reasonably practicable, that the exterior of the property (including any boundary walls, gates and yards) is maintained in reasonable decorative order and in a good state of repair, that the exterior is free from graffiti and fly posters, and that gardens are maintained in a reasonably clean and tidy condition (DC)

e.  ensure the property is adequately managed and have satisfactory maintenance arrangements in place. All repairs, improvements, works or treatments to the property or any installations, facilities or equipment within it are to be carried out by competent and reputable persons, and that they are completed to a reasonable standard (DC)

f.  undertake regular prearranged inspections (at least every six months) to the property to determine the property condition and effective tenancy and property management by the tenant. Any defects identified on inspection must be remedied in a reasonable timescale (DC)

g.  make a record of all property inspections findings. The record must contain a log of the date, the time and any issues found, and action undertaken (DC)

h.  provide to the Local Authority within seven days of the request, a copy of the property inspection record (DC)

i.  ensure that the property is not overcrowded in accordance with section 324 of the Housing Act 1985 (opens new window). If required seek advice on the occupancy of the property. (DC)