The East Midlands Landlord Accreditation Scheme EMLAS An

The East Midlands Landlord Accreditation Scheme (EMLAS) – An Update Linda Selvey – DASH Project Manager www. eastmidlandsdash. org. uk

Why Accreditation? • Shelter believes landlord accreditation offers councils a local, practical and effective tool to improve standards for private renters. • CLG recognise the importance of accreditation and issued information and guidance: http: //www. communities. gov. uk/publications/hou sing/landlordaccreditation www. eastmidlandsdash. org. uk

Strategic Enabling Role Local Authority PRS Functions Self Regulation Statutory Regulation ACCREDITATION ENFORCEMENT www. eastmidlandsdash. org. uk

Shelter Campaign Key Facts: • Bad Landlords give Good Landlords a bad reputation • Accreditation is an excellent way of showing tenants that their landlord is a professional & meets good standards. • They are a flexible & cost effective tool to improve standards and address particular problems in the PRS. • Many local authorities with schemes have seen improved standards & issues resolved earlier with lower costs to authorities. • Including credible minimum standards ensures confidence for LA and tenants. www. eastmidlandsdash. org. uk

E M L A S www. eastmidlandsdash. org. uk

INCLUDES: üLandlord Self Declaration üPercentage inspection Check üFit & Proper Person check üLandlord Training/Development üOngoing Continual Professional Development www. eastmidlandsdash. org. uk

BENEFITS üTrusted by Local Authorities üOffers councils Huge efficiencies üImproves housing conditions üPaves the way into LLA, CBL, University listings etc. . üAll of which increases Confidence www. eastmidlandsdash. org. uk

Success so far… • • • Over 1013 Landlord members Representing over 6000 properties Carried out 1133 property visits Of which 547 passed the inspection EMLAS has reduced or removed serious hazards within 22% of the properties where we issued a Property Improvement Plan • This is % is set to rise significantly due to a increased focus www. eastmidlandsdash. org. uk

For an informal chat about how EMLAS can work in your area. . (01332) 256302 www. eastmidlandsdash. org. uk linda. selvey@derby. gov. uk www. eastmidlandsdash. org. uk

The Future… • Continue to expand across the region offering local authorities a real solution • Increase tenant awareness • Improving website • Recruit more landlords • Social media? ? ? • Work with more partners • Increase the range of benefits for Landlords… www. eastmidlandsdash. org. uk

Benefits for Landlords… • • • Status Business advantage Signposting, Guidance, Help and Advice Improved relationship with their Councils Access to professional training & development Consultation on proposals that may affect landlords Access to grants and loans to renovate properties Access to a bank of tenants via CBL, LLA, Uni Many more… • Discounts & Group Purchase on Goods & Services www. eastmidlandsdash. org. uk