SASSH – an accreditation scheme for private rented housing
The Southampton Accreditation Scheme for Student Housing (SASSH) has benefits for both landlords and students. The scheme is run in partnership between the University of Southampton, Southampton Solent University and Southampton City Council.
The purpose of the scheme is to ensure that students have access to a supply of high quality, safe accommodation that is well managed. The key aims are:
1. To promote a voluntary Code of Practice for student accommodation in the private rented sector which is endorsed by the Partnership.
2. To encourage and assist landlords of student dwellings to maintain their properties in a safe and secure condition, in good repair and according to an agreed standard of management.
3. To encourage good tenancy relations between landlords and tenants by fostering a climate of responsible renting, and by giving advice and information to tenants and landlords about their rights and responsibilities.
4. To promote awareness amongst the student population of the Scheme and those properties which have achieved accreditation.
5. To give recognition to landlords who operate within the voluntary accreditation scheme
The Scheme will take account of and comply with any changes in legislation introduced during the life of the Scheme. The Scheme will comply with all relevant legal duties and be consistent with the requirements of the Human Rights Act 1998, the Sex Discrimination Act 1975, the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 and the Race Relations Act 1976.
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