Empty Properties Standard
The list below outlines the work that will be done in an empty
property before a new tenant moves in.
Cleanliness: The
property and sanitary fittings should be clean and ready to
use.
Clearance: All rubbish
should have been cleared from the property and garden.
Asbestos: A visual
check will have been made for damaged asbestos.
Services: Gas and
electricity installations will have been checked for safety.
Electrical
Installation: A minimum number of double socket
outlets will be provided to each room as follows: Kitchen 2, Living
Room 2, Bedrooms 2, Hallways 1 single socket for each floor.
Gas Installations: A
Landlords Gas Safety Certificate will be provided.
Decorations: If the
decorations are in poor condition the Council may issue decorating
vouchers towards the cost of materials.
Heating and Hot Water:
All properties will have the provision for adequate space and water
heating.
Kitchens: These should
include the following as a minimum (space permitting); a single
drainer sink unit, one double or two single wall units, two base
units and space for a cooker, washing machine and fridge.
Fire Protection:
Wired-in smoke detector(s) will be installed.
Bathrooms: All
bathrooms will have the following: bath and panel, toilet suite and
seat and a wash-hand basin. Tiled splash-backs will be
provided to the bath and wash-hand basin.
Flooring: Floors will
be left ready for you to lay your own flooring.
Security: Locks will be
changed when a property becomes empty and two key fobs will be
provided where there is a controlled door entry system.
Insulation: Roof spaces
will be insulated with 200 mm of insulation.
Dampness: Any obvious
signs of dampness will be dealt with before the property is
let.
Externally: The
structure of walls, gutters, roof etc will be in sound
condition.
Garages and Outhouses:
These will be cleared and left ready for use.
Fences/Boundaries: The
Council will maintain fences that form a boundary with the public
highway.
Gardens: Rubbish will be cleared but
generally vegetation clearance will not be carried out by the
Council.
This webpage was updated on
3/25/2008