Squatting in residential buildings (like a house or flat) is illegal. It can lead to 6 months in prison, a £5,000 fine or
both. Although squatting in non-‐residential building or land is not in itself a crime, it’s a crime to damage the property.
Squatting in residential buildings (like a house or flat) is illegal. It can lead to 6 months in prison, a £5,000 fine or
both. Although squatting in non-‐residential building or land is not in itself a crime, it’s a crime to damage the property.