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Empty properties - What are we doing about it?
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/5195/What-are-we-doing-about-itIn 2003, we introduced our first empty property strategy to target long-term and problematic vacant properties with the appointment of a dedicated Empty Propert...
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Empty properties - Preventative and enforcement toolkits
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/5196/Preventative-and-enforcement-toolkitsWherever possible, we try to prevent properties being left vacant in the long term by providing informal advice and assistance in cases where owners are not sur...
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Empty properties - VAT reductions
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/5197/VAT-reductionsAre you refurbishing a property that has been empty for two years? Will it be used for residential purposes once renovations are complete? Is a builder completi...
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Empty properties - What should you do if a vacant property near you is causing concern?
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/5198/What-should-you-do-if-a-vacant-property-near-you-is-causing-concernWorried about an empty property? Let us know - just complete our easy to use form, providing as much information as possible as to the location of the problem. ...
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Registrars
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/5199/Registrars...
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What standards can you expect as a tenant? - Introduction
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/5200/IntroductionIf you live in rented accommodation, you should expect your home to be in good repair, warm, secure and free from health and safety hazards. There are laws avai...
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Houses in multiple occupation (HMO) - Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS)
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/5210/Housing-Health-and-Safety-Rating-System-HHSRSHouses in multiple occupation pose a greater risk to the health and safety of people living in them. Very often, people who live in HMOs do not know the other p...
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Houses in multiple occupation (HMO) - Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/5211/Regulatory-Reform-Fire-Safety-Order-2005Some HMOs will need to comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, (often referred to as the RRO or Fire Safety Order). These will typically be ...
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Find advice and guidance if you're renting - Introduction
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/5212/IntroductionOur private sector housing team work hard with tenants and landlords to help improve housing conditions and to make sure houses remain in a good condition for t...
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Find advice and guidance if you're renting - My house has problems - what can I do?
https://sthelens.gov.uk/article/5213/My-house-has-problems-what-can-I-doIf you have an emergency such as a leaking water pipe, call your landlord immediately; if it's a gas leak, call National Grid on 0800 111 999 . However, if you...