Advice for Tenants
If you rent a property, it is a good idea to know what to expect from your landlord and the property you intend to rent.
All properties that are rented out have to comply with the Housing Act 2004. This act sets housing standards to ensure a minimum benchmark is achieved as well as set regulations for licensing for the bigger 'HMO' (Houses in Multiple Occupation) type properties.
If you need advice or assistance with regard to housing condition please contact the Somerset West Private Sector Housing Partnership.
Sedgemoor or West Somerset area: 01278 435747 or by email at privatesector.housing@sedgemoor.gov.uk
Taunton Deane: 01823 356341 or by email at housingstandards@tauntondeane.gov.uk
If you need advice on your tenancy then contact the Housing Option team.
Somerset Support for Homeowners and Tenants
Help is available for the residents of Somerset who have been affected by this recession and at risk of losing their home. Whether you have been made redundant, have debts you are struggling to pay or are worried about how you are going to make your mortgage or rent payments, you can get help here. Even if you are not in arrears yet, but can foresee problems making payments in the future, get advice on your options now!
www.somersetsupport.co.uk