No, DASH is a landlord scheme so we accredit the landlord not each property. So you will have 1 membership and list all the properties you own and let.

By listing all the properties you own it … more

You can have an individual accreditation or a joint application if you would prefer depending on the make up of your business and property portfolio.  The Scheme Coordinator can provide … more

The short answer is yes.

Agents work on behalf of their clients (landlords) so unless you have a very special legal agreement in place (like some leasing agreements for example) you, as the … more

No. DASH is a landlord based accreditation scheme and therefore each member must complete the process themselves.  The DASH team can provide any assistance you require and additional learning … more

No. The training course is compulsory for all members to complete. Your agent is working to your instructions, so as a landlord you need to be aware of what the responsibilities and legal … more

A report will be issued following the inspection called a PIP- a Property Improvement Plan. This will detail works that are required (if any) to bring the property up to the standards of the Code of … more

If major works are required, you will not be eligible to join the scheme at this time and will be advised what to do in order to meet the legal minimum standard. 

DASH will also liaise … more

Yes. If a landlord disputes the works requested following a DASH inspection, this should be put in writing to the DASH Principal Manager via email at: dash@derby.gov.uk in the first instance, … more