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The East Midlands Landlord Accreditation Scheme (EMLAS) – An Update

The East Midlands Landlord Accreditation Scheme (EMLAS) – An Update Linda Selvey – DASH Project Manager. Why Accreditation?. Shelter believes landlord accreditation offers councils a local, practical and effective tool to improve standards for private renters.

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The East Midlands Landlord Accreditation Scheme (EMLAS) – An Update

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  1. The East Midlands Landlord Accreditation Scheme (EMLAS) – An Update Linda Selvey – DASH Project Manager

  2. Why Accreditation? • Shelter believes landlord accreditation offers councils a local, practical and effective tool to improve standards for private renters. • CLG recognise the importance of accreditation and issued information and guidance: http://www.communities.gov.uk/publications/housing/landlordaccreditation

  3. Shelter Campaign Key Facts: • Bad Landlords give Good Landlords a bad reputation • Accreditation is an excellent way of showing tenants that their landlord is a professional & meets good standards. • They are a flexible & cost effective tool to improve standards and address particular problems in the PRS. • Many local authorities with schemes have seen improved standards & issues resolved earlier with lower costs to authorities. • Including credible minimum standards ensures confidence for LA and tenants.

  4. E M L A S

  5. INCLUDES: • Landlord Self Declaration • Percentage inspection Check • Fit & Proper Person check • Landlord Training/Development • Ongoing Continual Professional Development

  6. BENEFITS • Trusted by Local Authorities • Offers councils Huge efficiencies • Improves housing conditions • Paves the way into LLA, CBL, University listings etc.. • All of which increases Confidence

  7. Success so far… • Over 1013 Landlord members • Representing over 6000 properties • Carried out 1133 property visits • Of which 547 passed the inspection • EMLAS has reduced or removed serious hazards within 22% of the properties where we issued a Property Improvement Plan • This is % is set to rise significantly due to a increased focus

  8. For an informal chat about how EMLAS can work in your area.. (01332) 256302 www.eastmidlandsdash.org.uk linda.selvey@derby.gov.uk

  9. Continue to expand across the region offering local authorities a real solution Increase tenant awareness Improving website Recruit more landlords Social media??? Work with more partners Increase the range of benefits for Landlords… The Future…

  10. Benefits for Landlords… • Status • Business advantage • Signposting, Guidance, Help and Advice • Improved relationship with their Councils • Access to professional training & development • Consultation on proposals that may affect landlords • Access to grants and loans to renovate properties • Access to a bank of tenants via CBL, LLA, Uni • Many more… • Discounts & Group Purchase on Goods & Services

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