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Welcome to Safe Suffolk Renters

A collaboration between East Suffolk Council and West Suffolk Council: Building new and better relationships between landlords, tenants, property managers and councils.

What to do if your home needs repairs

Responsibility for repairs shifts between landlord and tenant depending on the work needed. We help clarify who’s responsible for what and the manner in which they should be handled.

Read our useful guide on what to do if work needs doing.

Working collaboratively in East and West Suffolk

Safe Suffolk Renters is working to improve the standards of privately rented homes; providing training and information, supporting the private rented sector to flourish and self-regulate; resulting in healthier homes that meet the extensive legal requirements relating to housing.

 

How can Safe Suffolk Renters help?

By fostering and nurturing relationships between tenants, landlords, property managers and local councils, we aim to make a real difference to the quality of homes and health in Suffolk.

We offer training for landlords and property managers, hold regular events, share helpful news and guides and have a suite of free resources online. We hope your find this site helpful but please do get in touch if you need some specific guidance.

Tenants

What you need to know when finding a new home

Landlords

Identifying potential hazards in your property

Guidance

Understanding and Preventing Damp

Landlords

Tenancy Deposit Protection

Guidance

Simple tips to save energy

Research

Health and Housing Research

Working collaboratively in East and West Suffolk

We are working to improve the standards of privately rented homes; providing training and information, supporting the private rented sector to flourish and self-regulate; resulting in healthier homes that meet the extensive legal requirements relating to housing.

Latest News

New Rental Property Database: What Landlords Need to Know

The new national rental property database is being introduced as part of the Renters' Rights Act. Find out who needs to register, what information you'll need to provide, and how to prepare for the upcoming registration requirements.

Electrical Safety in Privately Rented Homes: Understanding EICRs and Your Responsibilities

Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) are essential for identifying electrical safety risks in rented properties. Understanding the findings and acting on defects promptly helps landlords remain compliant and keep tenants safe.

Right to Rent online Town-Hall event

Helping you navigate changing requirements with confidence.

Safe Suffolk Renters

If you have questions, please get in touch

We aim to respond within two working days. All contact is private and confidential.

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If you haven’t found what you’re looking for and need further help, you can reach out, and a member of our team will happily help you.

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