Council threat to pursue convicted landlords over damp and mould
Summary
Blackburn with Darwen Council has prosecuted three landlords after they ignored an Improvement Notice relating to serious hazards in a rented home, including damp and mould, lack of heating, electrical and fire risks, and structural concerns. The landlords were fined and ordered to complete the required remedial works, and the case will be reported to the Rogue Landlord Database.
Why it matters
This case highlights the enforcement consequences where landlords fail to address category hazards and comply with statutory notices. Surveyors involved in housing condition reporting, enforcement support, or pre-purchase inspections should note the range of defects identified and the council’s willingness to pursue prosecution.
Key points
- Three landlords were prosecuted after ignoring an Improvement Notice.
- The property had damp, mould, no heating, and intermittent hot water.
- Hazards cited included electrical, fire safety, food safety, and structural collapse risks.
- Each landlord was ordered to pay fines, compensation and court costs.
- The case will be reported to the Rogue Landlord Database.
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