The Importance of Healthy Homes

Old and poor quality housing, with common issues such as ineffective ventilation, insulation, or safety measures, are leading to serious negative consequences to occupants’ health.

Industry leaders across the sector are making a push for ‘healthy’ homes, which can include not only the provision of adequate air quality and affordably comfortable and safe interior environments, but also access to green spaces and walkable neighbourhoods.

Housing, Management and Maintenance’s research revealed what landlords and housing professionals believe makes up an exemplary healthy home, the most important elements of such a property, and the barriers to the adoption of these elements.

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