The purpose of this report is to seek approval
to utilise the powers within the Electrical Safety Standards in the
Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020, to be adopted as
a means of enforcement where electrical safety conditions fall
short of requirements and private sector landlords do not take
steps to improve standards. The powers allow local authorities to
issue a Notice of the intention to impose a Civil Penalty of up to
a maximum of £30,000. Decision to utilise the powers within
the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector
(England) Regulations 2020.
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 01/02/2023
Decision due: 13 Jun 2023 by Cabinet
Lead member: Stronger Communities Portfolio
Lead director: Group Director of Services
Department: Services
Contact: Charleen Dods Email: [email protected].
Consultation process
None
Documents to be Submitted: Report