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Overcrowding

The legislation around overcrowding is a little confusing as the Housing Act 2004 did not repeal the old standards in the Housing Act 1985. The new Act introduced the necessity for health and safety implications of overcrowding to be assessed under the HHSRS. It is also considered that overcrowding may trigger other hazards under HHSRS, relating to accidents, fire, hygiene and dampness.

A range of enforcement options are available and inspectors will consider all the factors before deciding what, if any, action to take.

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• The Housing Act 1985 'Room Standard'
• The Housing Act 1985 'Space Standard'
• Housing Act 2004 HHSRS
• Licensable HMOs
• Non-licensable HMOs
• Rehousing obligation