Open and Derelict Properties
A local authority may take action where a
building is unoccupied, or where the occupier is temporarily
absent, and the building is not effectively secured against
unauthorised entry or is likely to become a danger to public
health.
The authority may undertake any works
necessary to prevent unauthorised entry or to prevent the building
becoming a danger to public health. The usual remedy is to
board up the property.
Private Sector Housing can be contacted about
such matters in writing to:
Private Sector Housing
Housing Services
Ashford Borough Council
Civic Centre
Ashford
Kent
TN23 1PL
You can also Email Housing Services
or telephone Private Sector Housing on 01233 330339.
This webpage was updated on
8/19/2010