Fire Safety Advice For Landlords Of Unoccupied Buildings
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Fire safety standards in the UK are set out in the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and this is set to be underscored by a Bill before the House Of Commons in this session. The Fire Safety Order sets out the minimum standards of fire safety and requires a “responsible person” to be in […]
The Many Problems That Can Occur When Undertaking A Fire Risk Assessment
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 places considerable responsibility on anyone in charge of commercial premises, or anyone, such as a landlord, who rents out property to tenants, and is regarded as the “responsible person”. The Order itself describes the responsible person as follows: “In this Order “responsible person” means— (a) in relation to […]
Some Of The Things To Consider Regarding Fire Safety In An HMO
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you are thinking of buying a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) or converting or refurbishing a property into an HMO, the regulations regarding fire safety can be more complicated than those relating to a single buy-to-let. However, this should not be too much of a worry as many things are basic common sense and […]
Failing To Comply With The Law On Fire Safety Could Land You In Prison
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you are a landlord there is a legal requirement upon you to carry out a landlord fire risk assessment and ensure the safety, as far as is possible, of your tenants. In fact, anyone in charge of a building which is not a single private dwelling is required to carry out a fire risk […]