Scarborough HMO fine of £24k

A HMO landlord has been found guilty of 18 offences relating to a Scarborough rental flat.

Scarborough Magistrates' Court heard how Gary Fixter, from Chester, failed to maintain the HMO to a safe standard, citing:

• Dangerous electrics, with exposed wires in common areas
• Poorly maintained fire doors
• Unsuitable fire detection and irregular alarm testing
• Untreated damp 
• Disrepair of windows
• Poor decorative state

Mr Fixter now has 28 days to pay a fine of a £24,000 alongside costs to the council of £18,000

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