In August 2008 Cabinet approved a report
detailing how the Council would license Houses in Multiple
Occupation (HMO) in accordance with the Housing Act 2004. The
revised policy details the procedures that will be undertaken by
Medway Council to ensure all HMOs meet the required standards for
management, provision of facilities, overcrowding and are free from
serious hazards under the Housing Health and Safety Rating
System.
Relevant Overview and Scrutiny Committee: Business
Support
Decision type: Key
Decision status: Decision made
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Decision due: 26 Jan 2010 by Cabinet
Howard Doe Community Services
Department: Business Support Department
Contact: Susan Pledger, Private Sector Housing Manager Telephone: (01634) 333009 Email: susan.pledger@medway.gov.uk.