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Private Sector Tenants


The council has produced a handbook that covers a wide range of tenancy matters relating to private rented accommodation. Please note that this document is to be revised to include changes made by the Housing Act 2004.

The Act can be viewed in full at www.opsi.gov.uk.

The Handbook for Private Tenants contains information on:


Click here to download a copy of the handbook A Handbook for Private Tenants

Nuisance Neighbours

We may be able to help if you have problems with nuisance neighbours.
Email: environmental.protection@epnbc.gov.ukor alternatively call 0151 356 6740 for further information.

Harassment and Illegal Eviction

Harassment and illegal eviction are criminal offences. The law protects people living in rented accommodation. If you are a tenant and are threatened with illegal eviction phone 0151 356 6540 for help and advice. For a guidance leaflet please click here Guidance for tenants on Illegal eviction & harassment

The Department for Communities and Local Government has produced a booklet entitled "My landlord wants me out"

Bedsits (Houses in Multiple Occupation)

If you are a tenant in a "house in multiple occupation" commonly known as a bedsit, landlords are required by law to ensure that your accommodation meets certain standards in terms of safety and repair. The council has power to deal with landlords who do not comply. If you require further information, or wish to make a complaint:

Contact

Private Housing Renewal Unit
Ellesmere Port and Neston Borough Council
Council Offices
4 Civic Way
Ellesmere Port
Cheshire
CH65 0BE

Telephone: 0151 356 6540
Fax: 0151 356 6545
Email: housing@epnbc.gov.uk

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