Private Sector Housing Defect

Data Protection Statement

Information in this form is collected by Cornwall Council as data controller in accordance with the data protection principles contained within the Data Protection Act 1998. The purpose for collecting the information is for the processing and investigation of your housing complaint. Cornwall Council are under a statutory obligation to inspect a residential property where it is considered that Category 1 or 2 hazards exist.

We may share your information with our Cornwall Council departments, such as Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service,Trading Standards, Council Tax, Housing Benefit to verify the information that has been provided. We may also share your information with Devon and Cornwall Police to facilitate joint working protocols. We may also use this information to consult with you on changes to legislation and to request feedback on our service.

All personal information is held by Cornwall Council is held safely in a secure environment. Your information will be kept for 5 years.

For more information read our full privacy statement.