At Kamma, we understand that property licensing is complex, inconsistent, and ever changing.
We analyse and sort data to help letting agents, landlords and surveyors understand the impact of property licensing and planning permission on their properties and assets, leveraging technology and data to help you stay on top of new schemes and avoid hefty fines.
October’s Top Rogue Landlords & Agents
Thanet Council Fine Four Landlords over £60,000 in Three Days for Non-Compliance
Thanet council successfully prosecuted four landlords over a span of three days, securing convictions for seven offences.
The prosecuted landlords were found guilty on various counts, including leaving tenants without essential amenities, and failing to adhere to Improvement Notices related to unsafe living conditions.
The fines imposed totalled to over £60,000, with one company being fined £40,000 for non-compliance with notices and another £5,000 for disregarding HMO rules. A director was personally fined £20,000, highlighting the council’s commitment to enforcing housing standards.
Norfolk Landlord fined £30,000 for Illegal HMO housing 17 Residents in a four-bedroom Terrace
A landlord in Norfolk was found guilty of operating an unlicensed HMO and violating management regulations, endangering 17 occupants in a four-bedroom terraced property.
The council conducted a thorough investigation, revealing significant safety and overcrowding issues despite several interventions and legal notices.
In January 2023, four civil penalties were served upon both the company and the owner, to which they contested. The landlord has now been served a £30,000 fine, emphasising Broadland councils’ commitment to keeping the private rented sector safe.
Rogue landlords, beware: neglecting tenant safety and flouting laws will not be tolerated and will be met with stringent legal consequences.
Hackney Landlord Charged with £16,000 Fine due to Incorrect HMO Licensing
A director of a notable property investment firm in Hackney faced a £15,900 rent repayment order due to a missing HMO licence on one of their properties.
The offender claimed ignorance of Hackney’s additional and selective licensing schemes, asserting no knowledge from local publicity, internet forums, or council notifications.
The tribunal criticised the director for his neglect towards property standards and management responsibilities, alongside persistent issues like damp, mould, and an unreliable boiler.
This case is a stern reminder that ignorance of licensing and regulatory requirements is not a viable excuse, and those who neglect their legal obligations as landlords will inevitably face stringent consequences.
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