What are the fire door regulations?

They are a legal requirement for flats which open onto communal areas shared with other tenants. They are designed to automatically close behind you in the event of fire, holding flames back and stopping the spread of the fire and toxic smoke into escape routes, corridors and other flats in the block.

How many fire exits are required in a home?

The government recommends that you provide more than one fire exit from your premises whenever it’s possible. These exits should be completely independent of each other and have separate escape routes so there’s always a way to evacuate the building in an emergency.

Do tenants have to make repairs that they are responsible for?

Tenants are required to make repairs that they’re responsible for. However, if any repairs call for replacement parts, you should contact your landlord and see how they want to go about getting it fixed. When in doubt, call your landlord.

What happens if a landlord does not repair an apartment?

If the repair is not completed within this time period, the landlord may owe the tenant damages, the tenant could be allowed to move out of the rental unit, the court could hire a third party to complete the repairs or the landlord could be fined. In order to enter a tenant’s apartment, landlords typically have to give notice.

What should I do if my tenant damages my property?

You should work with the police and your insurance company to report the issue and repair any damaged windows, doors, entrances and locks immediately. If additional property damage occurred, communicate with your tenant the timeline for taking care of necessary repairs to bring the property back to its original condition.

What should landlords do after a break-in?

Landlords and property managers need to be prepared to handle any type of tenant issue. Although household break-ins have seen a decline in the past decade, they are still very much a real and scary situation for everyone involved. After a break-in, you should do everything you can to make sure your tenants feel safe again.