Haringey Council has handed out more than £20,000 in fines over unlicensed properties to landlords and tenants within the private sector.
The council has said it “will not tolerate unlicensed homes” and reiterated its commitment to maintaining housing standards and ensuring the safety of all residents in the borough.
In Tottenham, a landlord was fined £1,500 for not licensing their property as a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO). The property housed six people without the landlord's knowledge. The tenant, who sublet the property, was also fined £5,000, which was paid without appeal.
Another case in South Tottenham saw a landlord fined £10,000 after an unannounced visit revealed five tenants living in two or more households, sharing kitchen and bathroom facilities. Despite an appeal, the court upheld the penalty for failing to license under the Mandatory Licensing Scheme.
Civil penalty notices have also been issued to two landlords in Northumberland Park and Wood Green after failing to license their rented property under the Selective Property Licensing Scheme which came into effect from November 17, 2022. Despite numerous warnings, both landlords did not apply for a license and now face fines of £1,750 and £2,000.
Councillor Sarah Williams, Cabinet Member for Housing and Planning and Deputy Leader, said: “Our message is clear: we will not tolerate unlicensed homes in Haringey. Landlords must be accountable for their properties and the welfare of their tenants.
“The safety and well-being of our residents is our highest priority. These fines clearly show our dedication to enforcing housing regulations and safeguarding our communities.
“We will continue to pursue every necessary measure to protect our residents.”
