Content tagged with: housing
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Damp, mould & condensation
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/housing/damp-mould-condensationComplaints about damp and mouldy properties are common especially during the winter months when condensation is more likely to occur. Disputes between landlords and tenants concerning who should take action to remedy a damp and/ or condensation problem are also not unusual owing to the complex range of factors that can lead to the problem occurring. This page will provide you with helpful information about what can be done to alleviate damp and mould problems and what we can do to assist.
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Private Renting in Doncaster - landlord and tenant advice
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/housing/private-sector-housingInformation for landlords and tenants about the effective and safe management of private rented accommodation. Our aim is to raise awareness and improve standards through a process of Education, Empowerment & Enforcement. Areas we cover include houses in multiple occuaption (HMOs),houses rented by single households, park homes & caravan sites. You can find information covering landlord and tenant responsibilities including repairs, fire safety,electrical Safety, energy efficiency & damp and mould hazards.
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Self-build and Custom Housebuilding Register
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/planning/self-build-registerThe Council has set up a register for people who are interested in a self-build or custom-build home in the Doncaster area.
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Caravan/park home sites, camping sites and houseboats
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/housing/caravan-park-home-sites-camping-sites-and-houseboatsInformation for people who live in, or who are considering living in, a caravan, houseboat or on a camp site.
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Harassment & Illegal Eviction
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/housing/ending-a-tenancy-harassment-and-illegal-eviction-and-antisocial-behaviourTenants are protected from illegal eviction and harassment by the Protection from Eviction Act (1977). It's vitally important that you feel safe and secure in your home and you should not tolerate threats or harassment from your landlord. There are clear legal processes to follow if your landlord wishes to end your tenancy. If they fail to follow these steps they may be acting illegally and the Housing Enforcement team can intervene.
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Renting a home in Doncaster
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/housing/renting-a-home-in-doncasterHow to find a home to rent in the Doncaster borough, and how to rent out a property if you're a landlord.
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Enforcement – Environment, Housing and Parking Services - Privacy Notice
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/the-council-democracy/enforcement-envirocrime-and-parking-enforcementThis Privacy Notice sets out what you need to know about how the City of Doncaster Council (the Council) will use your information to enforce environmental law, housing standards and regulate parking.
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Apply for it: Apply for a house
www.doncaster.gov.uk/doitonline/apply-for-a-houseTo look at and apply for a council house and some homes owned by Housing Associations or private landlords.
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About Public Health
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/health-wellbeing/about-public-healthThe council is responsible for a number of public health functions:
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Discretionary Housing Payments
www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/council-tax-benefits/discretionary-housing-paymentsDiscretionary housing payments (DHP) provide extra help if you are already getting Housing Benefit or Universal Credit (including housing costs for rent) but you still need further help with your rental costs.