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Empty properties
Published on 31 January 2019Housing conditions and enforcement
Private sector empty properties
Empty properties
Each property that stands empty is a wasted resource.
The Epping Forest district has a growing demand for homes for rent or purchase and we want empty properties brought back into use as quickly as possible. They can cause problems in relation to anti-social behaviour that affects the local community. (more…)
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Housing conditions and enforcement
Published on 31 January 2019Housing conditions and enforcement
Private sector empty properties
Housing conditions and enforcement
Privately rented homes need to be safe for residents to live in, we look at
- Disrepair
- Dampness
- Overcrowding
- Fire precautions
- Missing amenities
We use enforcement procedures to achieve statutory housing and environmental standards. (more…)
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Damp and mould in private rented homes
Published on 17 April 2023Housing conditions and enforcement
Damp and mould in private rented homes
Private sector empty properties
Damp and mould in private rented homes
There are several reasons your home might be suffering from damp and mould. It is surprising how few reasons are related to major building defects.
This page is for tenants who privately rent their home. (more…)
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Advice for private tenants
Published on 31 January 2019Advice for private tenants
Housing conditions and enforcement
Private sector empty properties
Advice for private tenants
To help tenants understand their rights and responsibilities when renting in the private sector GOV.uk has produced some helpful guidance on how to rent.
Download GOV.UK’s guidance on how to rent (pdf)It explains the questions that tenants should ask when thinking about renting a property, (more…)
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Pet ownership in council homes
Published on 24 January 2019Decorating and improvements to your council home
Damp and mould in council homes
Pet ownership in council homes
Pet ownership in council homes
You need to ask permission to keep a pet in your council home. (more…)
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Our Housing service standards
Published on 20 January 2025Decorating and improvements to your council home
Our Housing Service Standards
Pet ownership in council homes
Our Housing service standards
We have a set of service standards in place so you know what to expect from us when you use any of our housing services. (more…)
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Keep your home free from damp
Published on 24 January 2019Decorating and improvements to your council home
Keep your home free from damp
Pet ownership in council homes
Keep your home free from damp
Damp can cause mould on walls, (more…)
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Social housing decarbonisation fund
Published on 11 August 2023Decorating and improvements to your council home
Pet ownership in council homes
Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund
We have received funding to install external wall insulation free of charge to selected council homes in the Epping Forest district as part of the governments social housing decarbonisation fund. (more…)
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Safer streets projects
Published on 16 August 2022Regeneration and major works projects
The Broadway refurbishment project
Limes Farm regeneration project
Safer streets projects
Safer streets projects
Oakwood Hill safer streets projectThe 1-year project aims to improve the environment, safety and health and wellbeing of residents living in the Oakwood Hill estate in Loughton.
A recent survey with the residents of the estate, (more…)
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The Broadway refurbishment project
Published on 28 July 2022Regeneration and major works projects
The Broadway refurbishment project
Limes Farm regeneration project
The Broadway refurbishment project
A brighter future for LoughtonWe’re excited to announce the start of a major renovation project at The Broadway in Loughton. This comprehensive redevelopment will enhance the safety, (more…)