Leasing your property to us

Minimum property standards

The property must be:

The property should not have:

General requirements include:

Safe access to the property
A record that any asbestos has been removed from the property
A current Energy Performance Certificate appropriately displayed in the property. A list of accredited providers of Domestic Energy Performance Certificates can be obtained by contacting a local estate agent or surveyor
The property must be clean and tidy
The garden must be clear of rubbish and grass must be cut
Decoration is to a fair standard
Floors are stable and free from collapse or rot
Plaster on walls and ceilings is sound
Banisters and balustrades are safe
Doors and windows are in working order and windows double or secondary glazed and all catches in good working order
Internal glazing is intact and complies with safety standards
Gas and electrical supplies are in good and safe working order with current Inspection Certificates available
Hard wired smoke alarms
Carbon monoxide alarms should be present where there are gas appliances
Chimneys will be swept
Plumbing services are in good and safe working order
There will be a functioning bath or shower, toilet and wash hand basin
Kitchen is clean and functioning with a minimum standard being a sink, double base unit and double wall unit
Extractor fans in kitchen and bathroom
Loft insulation - grants and discounts may be available. Contact the Energy Advice Centre on 0800 512012