Since October 2015 landlords must ensure all smoke alarms are working during the tenancy and a working carbon monoxide alarm is fitted if required.
At least one smoke alarm is required on all levels of the property and the carbon monoxide alarm is required in any room housing a solid fuel burner appliance and we would advise with any gas appliance also.
Furnishings supplied at your rental property must comply with the Fire and Furnishing regulations 1988, these regulations would apply to Sofas, Armchairs, Futons, sofas beds, beds, headboards, mattresses, bed bases, nursery furniture, garden furniture suitable for indoor use, scatter cushions, pillows, padded seats, loose and stretch furniture covers.
This does not apply to bed covers, including mattress protectors, duvets, curtains, carpets or furniture made before 1950.
All properties require a EPC whenever this is rented or sold, these certificates are valid for 10 years and we must provide a copy to advertise and to start the tenancy.
As a landlord you have a few options on the process depending is you wish us as the agent to hold the deposit or yourself, please feel free to contact us to discuss which option would best suit your needs
With over 20 years as an independent agent in the area we offer a vast amount of knowledge and experience for all your selling needs.
Iconia London have been selling and letting flats, houses and apartments from the Shoreditch to Bow Conservation to the Docklands since 1996.
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