Commentary on Sections Part 7 Section 234: Management regulations in respect of HMOs
555.Section 234 provides that the appropriate national authority may make regulations with the aim of securing satisfactory standards of management in
HMOs of the description set out in the regulation. In particular the regulations may impose duties on the managers to repair and maintain the fabric of the building and facilities and equipment within it and upon the occupiers not to frustrate the manager in exercising his duties under the regulations. Failure to comply with the regulations is a criminal offence, subject to a level 5 (maximum £5,000) fine.