Code of Best Practice

Developed in partnership with:

City of York Council, Safer York Partnership, North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service, The University of York, York St John University, The College of Law, The Students’ Unions, Askham Bryan College, York Residential Landlords Association and some Letting Agents.

Aimed at all shared student houses (whether the property requires an HMO licence under the Housing Act 2004 or not)

Provides recognition to landlords who take a responsible approach to letting their properties.

If you would like us to advertise your property you must meet and maintain both the legal and Code of Practice standards.

Changes in the Code since 2012-13

Electronic copy of the 2013-14 Code of Best Practice 2013-14 (PDF , 3,340kb)

Electronic copy of the 2012-13 Code of Best Practice (PDF , 1,029kb)‌‎

A paper copy (hardcopy) is available on request from accommodation@york.ac.uk or 01904 322165.

Changes in the Code since 2012-13

  • Requirement to carry out PAT testing on portable electrical appliances
  • To advertise for 2013-14, a PAT safety certificate listing all appliances tested must be submitted to Accommodation Services. We provide a PAT certificate that you can use if you wish.
  •  Requirement to provide CO Detectors in the property by 1st October 2012.

Recommended rent levels set by the Code Committee for 2013-14 lets 

  •   £65-£70 per person per week excluding bills