Landlords: Your questions answered on the proposed Renters' Reform Bill

Landlords: Your questions answered on the proposed Renters' Reform Bill

Will Section 21 notices be abolished? What is the Decent Homes Standard? Will all tenancies be periodic? Will section 8 grounds be changed? These are common questions most landlords are asking us right now...

Here’s a summary of the Government proposals for the Rental Reform in the Fairer Private Rented Sector white paper. One of our professional industry partners, Goodlord have produced a full guide with everything you need to know on the proposed changes. Please click here or the image below for the full guide.



At this stage, the changes are still proposals and under consultation so we will update anyone registered with us for our newsletters as soon as more information is published and available.



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The current minimum energy standard for private rental homes is an E rating. The proposal seeks to change this to a minimum of band C from 2028 for new tenancies and 2030 for existing tenancies. There are some exemptions and spending caps being consulted on so now is the time to have your say.

As the Renters Rights Bill passes rapidly through parliament amendments are being made to the original proposal. Most notably, to the ability to charge upfront rent and regaining possession on student tenancies. How will these changes impact landlords and tenants in the future?