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Private rented property standards guidance

Insulation

  • Loft spaces should be insulated with a minimum 270mm depth of suitable insulation. 
  • Windows should be of sound construction and well-maintained as to be draught-proof and water-tight. 
  • The front and rear doors to the property should be well-fitting, of sound construction and well-maintained as to be draught-proof, water- tight and secure. 
  • Where possible landlords should consider insulating the wall cavity of the building where a cavity exists. 
  • Where possible landlords should consider internally or externally insulating solid external walls