Harlow Council has stepped up enforcement against substandard private sector housing, including unlicensed and unsafe houses in multiple occupation (HMOs).
The action is part of the council’s Building Harlow’s Future plan, which aims to raise housing standards, protect tenants, and support landlords who maintain good-quality homes.
Councillor Joel Charles, who is responsible for public protection, said: “All private sector landlords need to understand that it is unacceptable to operate an unlicensed house in multiple occupation.
“I recently joined council officers to execute a warrant at a property identified as a suspected unlicensed house in multiple occupation.
“The condition of the property was shocking, so enforcement action is now being taken against the landlord.
“Landlords who are found to run unsafe properties will be held to account and face severe consequences for their actions.”
The council’s crackdown includes targeted inspections and legal action against those failing to meet required standards.
Cllr Charles said the approach supports responsible landlords but is uncompromising with those who put tenants at risk.
He said: “Through tougher inspections and decisive action, the council is working to improve the quality of private sector housing available in the district.”
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