Council Goes After 'Beds in Sheds'

Southwark Council is going after rogue landlords who are letting out 'beds in sheds'. The council has investigated 20 cases since April 2012. In some instances, landlords have been prosecuted after refusing to comply with housing standards. Four rogue landlords have been charged since January 2013, with one prosecution resulting in a total fine of £14,185.  Offences such as a failure to licence a house in multiple occupation (HMO) carry a maximum fine of £20,000. Read more on 24dash.