Form: Appeal against a financial penalty under section 249A of the Housing Act 2004: Form HO4
Summary
The First-tier Tribunal has published Form HO4 for appeals against financial penalties imposed under section 249A of the Housing Act 2004. The notice also indicates the form has been updated with revised questions, fee information, email address fields, mediation-related questions, and GDPR information.
Why it matters
This is relevant to surveyors involved in housing enforcement, landlord compliance, or advising on statutory penalties, as it clarifies the formal route for challenging financial penalties. It also signals procedural updates that may affect how appeals are prepared and submitted.
Key points
- Form HO4 is the appeal form for financial penalties under section 249A of the Housing Act 2004.
- The form has been updated with revised appeal questions and fee information.
- An email address field has been added to the applicant details section.
- Mediation questions and appeal-specific questions have been included.
- The revised form includes GDPR information.
Organisations:
First-tier Tribunal, HM Courts and Tribunals Service, GOV.UK
Regulations:
Housing Act 2004, section 249A, GDPR
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