HMO: Record Fine for Unlicensed Landlord

A private sector landlord has been fined £2,000, plus £750 costs for managing a ‘house of multiple occupation’ without a licence and in breach of fire regulations. These included poorly protected escape routes and an inadequate fire alarm system. During an inspection of the premises, fire safety officers discovered five tenants living above - which requires a HMO licence. Read the full story on the 24dash website.