What responsibilities do landlords have regarding mould and damp in their rental property?
Landlords are legally required to keep their rented homes safe for tenants and free from certain hazards, which include damp and mould. If a tenant reports an issue with the condition of their home, it must be addressed and fixed within a ‘reasonable’ period of time, otherwise you can face severe penalties. Once Awaab's Law is introduced to the private rented sector, a specific timescale will also be set for landlords to fix these issues.
