Advice for landlords

Damp and Mould advice for landlords

Energy efficiency ratings for rented homes

Landlords must by law improve the energy efficiency of rented homes to an ‘E’ rating or better. Get advice on how to comply.

Houses in multiple occupation (HMOs)

Advice for landlords on housing in multiple occupation (HMOs).

Key4Me Dorset Council’s offer to landlords

A landlord can privately rent a property to people looking for accommodation.

Landlord Forum

Our Landlord Forum recognise responsible landlords who manage good quality housing.

Residential property direct leasing scheme

Get guaranteed rent, 52 weeks a year, through our direct leasing scheme when you lease a residential property to us for a flexible term.

Safer renting

As a landlord you are legally required to keep your property at a certain standard. We need you to answer a few yes or no questions about your property to show that you are. 

Standards for rented homes - information for landlords

All rented properties must meet certain standards to make them safe and habitable.