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Private Sector Housing Enforcement Policy 2024

1.0 Introduction

This policy is intended to provide guidance to Officers, Landlords, business' and members of the public on the circumstances where enforcement action will be pursued. Authorised officers undertaking any enforcement action will be qualified and experienced and will have regard to this policy, and to all applicable Statutory Guidance.

1.1 Wiltshire Council is committed to improving standards in private rented sector  housing, ensuring accommodation is well managed, properly maintained, safe and habitable.

1.2 Authorised officers (officers) within the private sector housing Team have both duties and discretionary powers to take enforcement action, using a range of legislation to address issues arising at privately owned accommodation and mobile home sites.

1.3 There are a number of challenges that face the Private Sector Housing team as a result of the profile of the district and obligations placed upon it by Central Government. The main challenge is the number of properties that fall within the private sector that are considered to be in poor repair, non-decent and have serious hazards. It is the responsibility of the Private Sector Housing team to respond to these issues and facilitate improvements in the sector by use of education, enforcement and where possible, financial assistance.

1.4 This Policy provides an overview of the broad principles and processes which the Council will seek to follow in considering and taking action. The Enforcement Policy will ensure a consistent approach among Council Officers and members of the public can be clear in what to expect from the Council.

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