Council applies to renew landlord licensing scheme
Croydon Council has this week asked for government approval to renew the borough’s landlord licensing scheme that makes sure privately-let properties meet key housing standards.
July 2020
December 2019
Public consultation begins on landlord licensing renewal
Croydon residents can give their views from today (Tuesday) on council plans to renew its scheme that requires privately-let properties to be licensed.
September 2017
No welcome mat for rogue letting agents
Tenants and landlords in Croydon are finding that dealing with letting agents is a lot easier because trading standards officers are taking a tough line against agents that flout the law.
Day two of London Trading Standards Week […]
April 2017
New tougher powers against bad landlords
Rogue landlords could face banning orders, maximum £30,000 fines and even prison under new powers being adopted next week by Croydon Council.
The council already has a licensing scheme to raise housing standards in the borough and tackle […]
March 2015
Better landlords plan set for approval
Bad private landlords face a clampdown if plans to license them are approved by Croydon Council next week.
Private renting has increased significantly in Croydon recently, with negative consequences including antisocial behaviour and poor-quality homes.
The council’s proposed landlord […]