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Private renting housing standards

Carbon monoxide and smoke alarms

From 1 October 2015 landlords are required to:

  • install a smoke alarm on every floor of their property
  • test the alarm(s) at the start of every tenancy
  • install a carbon monoxide alarm in any rooms containing solid fuel burning appliances

Failure to complete these requirements may result in a fine of up to £5,000.

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