Does the Housing Service check the property, the landlord and any people living in the property?
A. Generally no. People providing full board to country and overseas students (Home Away From Home) must undergo a police check and provide certain furnishings for the student. The Housing Officer or the International Accommodation Officer will have met the provider and inspected the property. Other offers of accommodation are usually taken over the telephone and when they are made the Housing Officer checks some details and excludes those which do not meet basic requirements or are suspicious. Accommodation offers are also excluded if there are serious or repeated complaints about the property, tenants or landlords. It is vital that you inspect any property you are considering renting before you move in or sign any agreements.
