Dundee Landlord Accreditation

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Dundee's first Landlord Fayre held on 11th June 2009 gave landlords, letting agents and prospective landlords the opportunity to learn more about the practical and legal aspects of managing their properties and tenancies, meet and exchange experiences with other landlords. Read more in the Dundee Landlord Fayre Update.

Accreditation for Landlords

Dundee Landlord Accreditation (DLA) has been set up by local landlords and letting agents, along with Dundee City Council, to promote and recognise those who take a responsible approach to letting their properties.

Membership of Dundee Landlord Accreditation is free and is open to any private landlord or letting agent in Dundee.

What are the Main Aims?

Improve standards of property and management in Dundee’s private rented market.
Enhance the reputation of landlords and letting agents committed to improving the quality of management and accommodation.
Allow current and future tenants to find good landlords and make informed choices about renting in the private market.

What is Accreditation?

Accredited landlords and letting agents must keep to a voluntary Code of Standards relating to the management and physical condition of their property.

Acceptance as an accredited landlord relies on self-certification by the landlord or letting agent stating that their property and management practice meet the Code of Standards. However, random property and tenant inspections will be carried out by Dundee Landlord Accreditation to ensure these standards are being maintained.

What are the Benefits of Being Accredited?

The status of being publicly identified as a good landlord.
Distancing yourselves from incompetent or unscrupulous landlords.
The business advantage of advertising your accredited status to tenants who place emphasis on good quality and well managed accommodation.

It is also anticipated that accredited status will bring landlords the following general but important benefits:

A lower turnover of tenants, producing savings on re-letting and reducing loss of income from voids.
A decrease in abuse of properties.
An advantage over other providers in attracting new and better tenants.
A better image with potential lenders.
Improved contact and advice from the Council.

What are the Benefits for Tenants?

Confidence that your landlord is professional and reputable.
Assurance that the Accreditation Scheme Code of Standards will be followed.
Information regarding rights and responsibilities as a tenant.
Provision of a Tenants’ Handbook.

Membership of Dundee Landlord Accreditation

Membership of Dundee Landlord Accreditation is free and all members are entitled to the following services and exclusive promotions:

Scottish-Hydro Electric
- Enhanced service support for gas and electric supplies
- Discount on white goods
Access to Grants to Improve Energy Efficiency
Taycard
- Membership of the Taycard corporate discount scheme with various discounts available in over 60 retail, leisure and professional outlets throughout Tayside.
Referencing
- Comprehensive tenant referencing service from Dundee City Council and from fellow members.
Dundee Energy Efficiency Advice Project
- Free property survey with recommendations on how to improve energy efficiency, and assistance in sourcing funding for the works.
- Free home visit to your tenants, with advice and recommendations on all energy issues, including efficiency, prevention of condensation, fuel debt and billing problems.
Training
- Free or discounted training seminars on a variety of relevant subjects.
Assistance and Legal Advice on All Anti-Social Behaviour Issues
Access and Advice on Repair and Improvement Grants Available for Property Upgrades
Newsletter
- Periodical newsletter keeping you up to date on any new legislation and what is going on in the private rented sector.
Advice on Welfare Rights
Housing Support for Vulnerable Tenants
Environmental Wardens
- Support and guidance on all matters relating to waste presentation by residents, including home visits, on request, to outgoing tenants regarding their responsibilities in the disposal of rubbish and unwanted items.
Dundee Landlord Accreditation is working on providing access to 24 hr and emergency tradesmen to all accredited landlords.

For further information contact:

Dundee Landlord Accreditation
Housing Department
Floor 6, City House
Overgate Centre
Dundee DD1 1UH
Tel: 01382 435421
Email: dla@dundeecity.gov.uk

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This information is provided by the Housing Department