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Coronavirus (Covid-19): service updates, support and health advice.

Privately rented housing advice and support

Electrical safety – New electrical regulations in force from 1 June 2020. You can read more on our licensing of houses in multiple occupation (HMO) page.

Advice on renting privately

Renting in the private sector lets you choose the type and location of your new home.

Empty residential properties

We can help get an empty property ready for occupation

Flats waste and recycling service – information for management companies

Information for management companies regarding our comprehensive waste collection service to residents living in flats.

Gas appliance safety

Whether you are a homeowner, landlord or tenant it is vital that you are aware of the potential risks associated with gas appliances.

Houses in multiple occupation

A property rented out by at least three people who are not from the one ‘household’

Housing inspections for immigration purposes

Evidence that your property is suitable for occupation and will not be overcrowded.

Housing mediation

Mediation is a process in which persons involved in a dispute, can be brought together by an independent party to try to resolve differences.

Private tenants - advice and support

Support for owners and tenants of private housing

SG Homes

A social lettings agency run by South Gloucestershire Council to improve access to private rented accommodation for households in need of settled accommodation.

West of England Rental Standard

A new rental accreditation scheme