What is the Standard?

The Welsh Assembly has recognised that council housing across Wales is in poor condition and has introduced a new Welsh Housing Quality Standard (WHQS) to make sure it’s improved. The standard gives minimum criteria for facilities in the home and must be met by all Welsh local authorities by 2012.

The Welsh Housing Quality Standard

The Welsh Assembly Government have stated that all Council properties must be:

*In a good state of repair
*Safe and secure
*Adequately heated, fuel efficient, well insulated
*Contain up to date kitchens and bathrooms
*Located in an attractive environment
*Suit the specific needs of the household

For more information on the Welsh Housing Quality Standard Click Here.

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