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The event takes place on Tuesday 9 November from 8.30am until 1.30pm at The Stable Games Room in Weston-super-Mare.
The council's lettings team will be there to promote the free letting service they offer for landlords and provide information on the incentives that are on offer in exchange for good quality, affordable accommodation.
Also at the event will be representatives from the National Landlords Code of Excellence (NLCE) who will have information about landlord accreditation, Citizens Advice, West Country Savings and Loans, The Centre for Sustainable Energy, the council’s housing standards team and the Department for work and Pensions with information about Universal Credit.
Cllr Mike Bell, Deputy Leader of North Somerset Council and executive member with responsibility for housing, said: “Everyone has the right to live in a safe, good quality home and we’re committed to tackling inequality across North Somerset.
“If you’re a landlord, or planning to be in the future, you can help by getting in touch with our lettings team and coming along to this free event for an informal chat about the free lettings service we offer and the many benefits for landlords. We’re always looking for good quality, affordable properties across North Somerset to help people who need a home.
“Our lettings team offer a completely free service to help landlords find tenants, including health and safety assessments and advice on tenancy issues. There are also grants and loans available to help make a property ready to rent out.”
For more information contact the lettings team on 01934 426 483 or email lettingsteam@n-somerset.gov.uk You can also find out more about the help and support provided by the lettings team at www.n-somerset.gov.uk/landlordincentivescheme.