The section monitors housing conditions in the privately owned sector including owner occupiers, housing associations, private rented and tied accommodation. This may also include houses in multiple occupation (HMO) and shared housing.
It also deals with public health complaints arising from the use of domestic dwellings, except for noise related issues. This service includes:
Enforcing the Public Health Acts, Housing Acts and other relevant legislation
Processing applications for housing grants or loans
Inspecting houses in multiple occupation and student accommodation
Renovating derelict and long-term-vacant houses
Offering home safety advice to householders
Disinfestation of verminous premises, persons and their clothing
Inspecting licensed caravan sites to ensure public safety and legal compliance
Commenting on some planning applications
The section also responds to customer enquiries by:
Testing sewers and drains for blockages cracks and leaks
Dealing with accumulations of rubbish and dumped in and around domestic dwellings
Investigating housing disrepair and overcrowding
All complaints are responded to within five days
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