18th May 2026
Landlord wins 15% discount after huge fine for HMO offences
A landlord has been fined more than £42,000 in penalties after running an unsafe and unlicensed House of Multiple Occupancy (HMO). The penalties, totalling £42,300 were issued for: Running an unlicensed HMO Failing to properly manage the property and keep tenants safe. Gateshead council’s investigation found a number of serious fire safety and management problems...
