Renovating your empty home

When considering renting out a property there are hazards you must consider before deciding if your property is suitable. The 29 categories of housing hazard under the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (opens new window) are:

1. Damp and mould growth
2. Excess cold
3. Excess heat
4. Asbestos (and manufactured mineral fibres)
5. Biocides
6. Carbon monoxide (CO) and fuel combustion products
7. Lead
8. Radiation
9. Uncombusted fuel gas
10. Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
11. Crowding and space
12. Entry by intruders
13. Lighting
14. Noise
15. Domestic hygiene pests and refuse
16. Food safety
17. Personal hygiene, sanitation and drainage
18. Water supply
19. Falls associated with baths
20. Falling on level surfaces
21. Falling on stairs etc
22. Falling between levels
23. Electrical hazards
24. Fire
25. Flames and hot surfaces
26. Collisions, cuts and strains
27. Explosions
28. Position and operability of amenities
29. Structural collapse and falling elements