Guidance

Housing health and safety rating system (HHSRS) enforcement guidance: housing conditions

Guidance for local housing authorities about their duties and powers under part 1 of the Housing Act 2004.

Applies to England

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Housing health and safety rating system enforcement guidance: Housing Act 2004 part 1 - housing conditions

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The housing health and safety rating system (HHSRS) is a risk-based evaluation tool to help local authorities identify and protect against potential risks and hazards to health and safety from any deficiencies identified in dwellings. It was introduced under the Housing Act 2004 and applies to residential properties in England and Wales.

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Published 23 August 2006