Property Compliance Consultancy in Cornwall
Expert guidance for landlords, business owners, holiday let operators, and property managers to help you stay compliant, avoid enforcement, and protect your investment.
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Why Consultancy Can Save You Time and Money
Your Partner in Property Compliance
Navigating property compliance can be complex — from licensing requirements and safety standards to ever-changing housing regulations. Our consultancy services take the guesswork out of compliance, giving you clear, practical advice tailored to your property type and business needs.
Whether you’re setting up a new property, managing a growing portfolio, or responding to an enforcement notice, we provide the knowledge, experience, and local insight to help you act with confidence.
Stay Ahead of Compliance Changes
The Home Office has announced plans to introduce mandatory competence requirements for Fire Risk Assessors - making UKAS-accredited assessments the new legal standard and enhancing enforcement powers. Coupled with stricter HHSRS enforcement under the Renters (Reform) Bill, these changes mean landlords and duty holders must be ready. Act now to avoid penalties and stay compliant.
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What's Included
Helping you meet your legal duties and protect your property
Our Consultancy Service includes:
HMO Licensing Support
We guide you through the entire HMO licensing process, from initial applications to renewals. Our support includes advice on meeting mandatory licensing schemes, preparing compliant floor plans, and ensuring your property layout, amenities, and fire safety measures meet local authority requirements.
Property Assessments & Compliance Audits
Our compliance audits identify potential risks before they become costly issues. We assess your property against legal standards, including Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) requirements, and can carry out pre-purchase or pre-let checks so you start with complete confidence.
Fire Safety & Amenity Standards
We help you meet fire safety regulations and amenity standards for your property type. This includes guidance on fire risk assessments, minimum room sizes, and kitchen or bathroom ratios, along with support liaising with building control or fire officers where needed.
Licensing Breach Remedies & Enforcement Support
If you’re facing enforcement action, improvement notices, or licensing breaches, we can step in to help resolve the issue quickly. We provide representation, practical solutions, and advice on avoiding future problems such as Rent Repayment Orders or civil penalties.
OUR Packages
Clear, Fair, and Fully Explained
We offer competitive, fixed-fee pricing based on property type and assessment needs — no hidden costs or confusing terms.
Fire Risk Assessment
Accredited fire risk assessments for landlords, small businesses, holiday lets, and mixed-use premises.
What’s included?
- Full on-site inspection of the property
- Identification of potential fire hazards
- Review of fire escape routes, alarms, and equipment
- Check of fire doors, signage, and extinguishers
- Risk rating and compliance check
- Written report with recommended actions
HHSRS Assessment
Full Housing Health and Safety Rating System assessments to help you meet legal obligations.
What’s included?
- Comprehensive on-site property inspection
- Identification of Category 1 and Category 2 hazards
- Photographic documentation of findings
- Practical guidance for compliance with the Housing Act 2004
- Clear, prioritised report tailored to your property type
- Follow-up advice to support remedial works
Combined Package
A cost-effective way to ensure full property safety compliance with both fire safety and housing health standards in one visit.
What’s included?
- Full Fire Risk Assessment (as above)
- Full HHSRS Assessment (as above)
- Combined, prioritised action plan covering all safety requirements
- Reduced disruption with a single on-site visit
- Expert support to address both fire safety and housing hazards together
Consultancy
Tailored consultancy services for landlords, property managers, small business owners, and holiday let operators.
What’s included?
- Licensing guidance for HMOs and other regulated properties
- Pre-purchase or pre-let compliance checks
- Fire safety and amenity standard advice
- Support with improvement notices and enforcement action
- Liaison with local authorities and fire officers on your behalf
OUR PROCESS
Straightforward from Start to Finish
We keep things simple so you can stay focused on your property, with advice that’s easy to follow.
STEP 1
Chat With us
We start with an informal conversation to understand your property, your needs, and any specific compliance concerns you have.
STEP 2
Book Assessment
We visit your property to carry out a thorough fire risk assessment or Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) assessment.
STEP 3
Clear Report
You’ll receive a straightforward, prioritised report with practical recommendations – plus expert advice and support to help you.
Adam Hayes
“Would highly recommend PALS, their service was excellent and prompt, their communication with us and our tenants was great and the reports were clear and concise. They are one of a few with the latest qualifications which are now required and their expertise is evident from start to finish.”
Jodi Webb
Townsend Property
“PALS offer a great service to landlords and letting agents, with fire risk assessments and HHSRS assessments carried out by qualified professionals. We wholeheartedly recommend them.”
Creek & Country
“We are so glad we found PALS to carry out fire safety risk assessments. They are very knowledgeable and thorough. Thanks for all your help!”
HAPPY CLIENTS
Proven. Reliable. Recommended.
We’re proud to support landlords, letting agents, property managers, and small business owners with reliable, compliance-focused assessments. Here’s what our clients say about working with us.
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COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions answered
We understand that property compliance can feel overwhelming, so we’ve answered some common questions to help make things clearer.
01.
Do I need a fire risk assessment for my rental property?
If you rent out a small commercial property, holiday let, or HMO, you are legally required to have a fire risk assessment in place. This helps ensure your property is safe and meets legal fire safety standards.
02.
What is an HHSRS assessment?
HHSRS stands for the Housing Health and Safety Rating System. It’s a government framework used to assess potential health and safety risks in rental properties. Landlords are required to ensure their properties meet these standards to avoid enforcement action.
03.
How much does an assessment cost?
Costs vary depending on the type, size and layout of your property. We’ll provide a personalised quote after discussing your needs — no obligation, no hidden fees.
04.
How long does the process take?
On-site assessments typically take 1 to 2 hours. Once completed, we aim to deliver your report within a few working days, depending on the type of service.
05.
What areas do you cover?
We offer in-person services across Devon and Cornwall, with digital consultations available for some services if you’re based further afield.
06.
Can you help me prepare for a council inspection?
Absolutely. With over 20 years of combined experience in housing compliance – including working within local authority teams – we know what enforcement officers are looking for. We’ll help you feel confident and prepared.
