Our client in Hertfordshire is seeking an officer to support the improvement of housing conditions in the private sector, including enforcement of housing standards, the regulation of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), bringing empty homes back into use, and administering Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs). Duties 1. Investigate housing condition complaints in the private rented sector, carrying out inspections under theHousing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS). 2. Enforce housing legislation including theHousing Act 2004, preparing and serving notices, prohibition orders, and taking legal action where necessary. 3. Assess and processDisabled Facilities Grant (DFG)applications, including carrying out preliminary inspections, liaising with Occupational Therapists, and overseeing the delivery of necessary adaptations. 4. Support the delivery of the councilsEmpty Homes strategy, including identifying long-term vacant properties, engaging with owners, and using enforcement powers to bring them back into use where appropriate.
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