The private rented housing accreditation scheme is a new initiative by Neath &Â Port Talbot County Borough Council that will recognise those properties in the private rented sector that are well maintained and well managed.
There are many advantages to landlords joining NPTCBC's scheme such as access to goods and services at discounted rates including buildings insurance. Landlords of accredited properties will also be confident that their property satisfies NPTCBC's standards and they will be able to advertise that fact.
Properties will be accredited on an individual basis and there will be no restriction on landlords owning some properties that are accredited and some that are not. To become part of the scheme properties will be expected to comply with a range of standards covering such things as gas and electrical safety, general maintenance, fire precautions etc.
The scheme is voluntary, membership is free and the Council is committed to helping you become a landlord or managing agent of an accredited property.
For more information on the scheme and to apply online please use the following hyperlink:-
www.neath-porttalbot.gov.uk/landlordaccreditationÂ
Application forms can also be obtained from the following address:-
The Community Services Division,
Environmental Health and Trading Standards Service,
Neath Civic Centre,
Neath,
SA11 3QZ
or by telephoning (01639) 764325.