£7,000 fines for Unsafe Properties
Councils can now issue fines of up to £7,000, if landlords are found to have serious hazards in their rented properties.
A recent government press release Crackdown on dangerous rented homes as new £7k fines kick in - GOV.UK states that the fine will apply to 21 types of hazards that are found to be serious which include, faulty electrics, fire hazards, structural issues and excess cold.
Housing Secretary Steve Reed said:
Alongside the new fines, this government is updating the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) for the first time in 20 years. This important system is used to assess health and safety in all types of housing, making it simpler to identify dangerous risks and take action.
The improved final framework comes into force on Tuesday 23 June and will support quicker enforcement, helping to ensure hazards such as damp, fire risks and unsafe electrics are addressed more effectively.
DASH Services are committed to helping landlords navigate these changes with useful guides on our informative website: DASH Services
We are also hosting a 2-hour online course where we will look at these changes & how you can stay compliant in more depth
· 9th July 2026
· 9.30am – 11.30am
· More Information: HHSRS Amendment 2026: The Future of PRS Property Standards for Landlords & Agents
· Cost: £95.00
· CPD certificate
