As you may already be aware, as of October 1st, the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Regulations 2015 will come into play affecting landlords across England.
Changes in the law can be a scary time for landlords as it can be difficult to know exactly what has to be implemented and when, with the law constantly altering. However here at Amilli Property, we’re here to ensure you stay informed and within the law! Here’s what you need to know about the impending legislation...
In the coming month, all landlords will be required to install smoke alarms on every floor of their rental property, ensuring that they’re checked at the start of each new tenancy. They must also fit carbon monoxide alarms in rooms with a solid fuel appliance, which includes anything from open fires to wood burners and aga’s. Most landlords will already be complying with these rules as standard, but it’s important that every landlord ensures their in-keeping with the law.
The regulations which have been issued, however, don’t directly stipulate which smoke alarms are necessary, although from our experience as well-respected property management specialists, we believe the hard-wired alarm system is the ideal solution.
Unfortunately for landlords, the implementation of these regulations hasn’t been smooth running, and in recent weeks there have been talks to delay the deadline to have the appliances fitted and tested until January 2016. However, these discussions have since been quashed, and it looks set to go ahead, so it’s vital that landlords are adequately prepared.
If landlords fail to comply with these new regulations then it will have serious consequences. The main reason that people choose to become a landlord is to generate an extra slice of income, so it’s important that landlords are aware of these major changes, as failing to meet the regulations carries a hefty fine. If you fail to meet the regulations you could be hit with a £5,000 fine.
We feel that as property management specialists working across East London, it is our job to share information about these important changes, and ensure that our landlord clients remain firmly in the property loop.
We will not only ensure that we keep you up-to-date with this change in regulation regarding smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, but we want to keep you informed with all of the current changes in legislation. The changes in Section 21 regarding tenancy agreements, for example, is also a contentious and important topic, and something which landlords must be aware of.
If you are concerned about any upcoming changes in legislation, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team of property specialists at Amilli Property, who can provide you with answers and advice.
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