What is an Improvement Notice?

An improvement notice is issued by local authorities when a property fails to meet minimum standards required by HMO licensing or housing regulations. The notice specifies the required improvements and sets a deadline for completion.

For HMO landlords, improvement notices often relate to fire safety, room sizes, property condition, or management arrangements. Non-compliance can result in prosecution and significant fines.

Landlords must address all issues specified in the improvement notice within the given timeframe. Failure to do so can result in further enforcement action, including prosecution and potential licensing revocation.