don't be stunned by a £30k fine
Whilst many landlords are aware of their obligations under the Gas Safety Regulations you may not be so familiar with the new electrical safety regulations.
The Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations (“the Regulations”) aim to ensure electrical safety standards in the private rented sector in England and come into force in two phases:
For specified tenancies entered into after 1 June 2020, the Regulations have effect from 1 July 2020; and
- For existing specified tenancies, the Regulations will apply from 1 April 2021.
These new regulations require landlords to have the electrical installations in their properties inspected at least every 5 years and tested by a person who is qualified and competent. Landlords will also have to provide a copy of the electrical safety report to their tenants as well as to the local authority if requested.
What are the risks of non-compliance?
Local Housing Authorities are able to serve remedial notices and urgent remedial notices on landlords which can lead to significant financial penalties being imposed. The regulations provide that if a local authority finds that a landlord is in breach of their obligations under the regulations, then they can impose a fine on the landlord of up to £30,000!
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