- in a good state of repair,
- safe and secure,
- adequately heated, fuel efficient and well insulated,
- well managed,
- located in attractive and safe environments,
- as far as possible suit the specific requirements of the household, (e.g. specific disabilities), and
- contain up-to-date kitchens and bathrooms.
Welsh Housing Quality Standard (WHQS) is an all-Wales standard for all homes that are let to tenants in social housing.