The council chief boasts how her commitment to maintaining housing standards has led to issuing five fines to landlords totaling £20,000.
In Tottenham, the landlord was fined £1,500 for the landlord not licensing property as a home for multiple occupations (HMOs), Tottenham said. This property was home to six people from various households who lived there without the knowledge of the landlord. Tenants who sublimate the property were also fined £5,000. 
Unpublished Visit
In another case, this time in Southtottenham, an unpublished visit by council officers has led to five tenants living in two or more households sharing kitchen and bathroom facilities. After revealing, the landlord was fined £10,000. Despite launching an appeal, the court held that the landlord had been guilty of not obtaining a license from the HMO.
Additionally, two landlords in Northumberland Park and Woodgreen (CPN) after failing to license the rental property under the Council's Selected Property License Scheme, effective November 17, 2022. has been issued.
Although both landlords were given some warnings, they still did not apply for a license and are now facing fines of £1,750 and £2,000.
Our message is clear. We will not tolerate a Herringsey unlicensed home. ”
Sarah Williams, Cabinet member of the Council's Deputy Housing and Planning Leader, said: The landlord must be accountable for his property and the welfare of his tenants.
“The safety and well-being of our residents is our number one priority. These fines clearly demonstrate our commitment to enforcing housing regulations and protecting our communities. We are We will continue to pursue all the necessary measures to protect them.
“The Council is committed to identifying and addressing non-compliant property across the borough, and encourages tenants to report concerns about their living conditions.”
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