Fire Safety & HHSRS Guidance for Cornwall Landlords
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Why an Independent HHSRS Assessment Protects More Than Just Your Property Business in Cornwall
When landlords hear the words HHSRS assessment, many immediately think about compliance and penalties. With the system updated for 2026, here's why an independent assessment protects your tenants, your reputation and your property business.
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HHSRS Changes: What Housing Professionals and Landlords Need to Know
The revised Housing Health and Safety Rating System came into force on 23 June 2026 — the biggest update since its introduction. What the new High, Medium and Low ratings, 21 hazard categories and baseline indicators mean for landlords.
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Why the Layout of Your Building Could Be the Greatest Fire Risk You Can't See
An inner-inner room at a renovated holiday cottage meant guests' only escape route could be cut off. Why the layout of a building — not just its alarms and extinguishers — is often the risk that matters most.
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Choosing a Competent Fire Risk Assessor – A Guide for Landlords, Managing Agents and Business Owners
There is no single licence someone must hold before calling themselves a fire risk assessor. Here is what to look for — qualifications, third-party accreditation, the NFRAR register and the questions worth asking before you appoint anyone.
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