A Nottingham landlord has been ordered to pay more than £11,500 after failing to licence a house in multiple occupation under the city’s additional licensing scheme.
Nottingham City Council’s Safer Housing Team secured the prosecution against Faith Gakanje-Ajala, who was found guilty in her absence.
The case related to a failure to licence a house in multiple occupation, known as an HMO, under Nottingham’s citywide Additional Licensing Scheme.
The district judge agreed the offence had been proven and considered aggravating factors presented by the council.
Faith Gakanje-Ajala was fined £7,500 and ordered to pay a £3,000 victim surcharge, along with council costs of £1,037.50. The total amount payable is £11,537.50.
Nottingham City Council said the prosecution reflected its ongoing work to tackle landlords who fail to meet their legal responsibilities and to uphold housing standards for renters across the city.
The council’s Safer Housing Team investigates concerns about private rented properties and takes enforcement action where landlords fail to comply with housing law.
The outcome of the case also highlights the role of additional licensing in regulating HMOs and helping ensure shared rented homes meet required standards.
Renters in Nottingham who have concerns about their property or landlord are being encouraged to contact Nottingham City Council’s Safer Housing Team.
