Decision details

To detail the approach to dealing with damp and mould in private rented properties.

In light of the tragic case of Awaab Ishak, and in response to requests from the Secretary of State, the Council had completed a review of its response to the issue of damp and mould in private rented properties. A review had already been undertaken in relation to the Council’s duties as a landlord and a Policy to deal with damp and mould within the Council’s properties was approved by Cabinet in December 2023.

RESOLVED that the Damp and Mould in Private Rented Property Investigation Policy and associated procedure be approved.

Reason

In its capacity as regulator of housing standards the Council has statutory duties and powers for keeping private sector properties in a reasonable state of repair and free from hazards, which are also applicable to damp and mould. This Policy addresses how the Council will deal with such properties.