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Housing conditions and enforcement
Published on 31 January 2019Housing 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.
If you are a private tenant experiencing problems with your living conditions, (more…)
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Damp and mould in private rented homes
Published on 17 April 2023Damp 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
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.
GOV.UK guidance: How to rent (pdf 586KB)
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 2019Pet 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 2025Our 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 2019Keep your home free from damp
Damp can cause mould on walls, (more…)
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Social housing decarbonisation fund
Published on 11 August 2023Social 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 (more…)
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Planned maintenance works
Published on 16 June 2025Planned maintenance works
As well as carrying out day-to-day repairs, (more…)
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Safer streets projects
Published on 16 August 2022Safer streets projects
Find out about our safer streets projects and how you can get involved.
Ninefields Estate safer streets project
The 2-year project aimed to improve the environment, safety and health and wellbeing of residents living in the Ninefields area in Waltham Abbey. (more…)
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The Broadway refurbishment project
Published on 28 July 2022The Broadway refurbishment project
A brighter future for Loughton
We’re excited to announce the start of a major renovation project at The Broadway in Loughton. This comprehensive redevelopment will enhance the safety, comfort, and appearance of the building for both residents and businesses, (more…)