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035 _a(Sirsi) u117702
100 _aWagstaff, J
245 _aLicensing of housing in multiple occupation
260 _c2002
490 _aHousing
_vApril 2002, 48-49(2)
520 _aDiscusses the need to improve the condition of houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) and introduce HMO licensing. Outlines the issues which have prompted action to improve HMOs such as fuel poverty, gas and fossil fuel safety, and fire safety. Looks at the proposed reforms in the Home Conservation Energy Bill, which is due to go to its report stage on 10 May. Describes how local authorities in Scotland are required to operate compulsory licensing schemes and compares this situation with England and Wales. Concludes that acknowledging the concerns of landlords and managing agents should be taken into account if a licensing scheme is introduced. References.
590 _aABS
650 _aLICENSING
650 _aHOUSE CONDITION
650 _aHOUSES IN MULTIPLE OCCUPATION
650 _aHOUSES IN MULTIPLE OCCUPATION
650 _aHOME ENERGY CONSERVATION BILL
650 _aSCOTLAND
690 _aHOUSING
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