Landlords and Agents: did you know that a new Home Office directive comes into force today? As of today the new Codes of Practice changes what you need to do to carry out a Right to Rent check. As part of the introduction of a digitial identity service some documents, e.g. hard copies of biometric …
Category: Legislation
Jul 27
The AIIC call for mandatory independent inventories
After another truly busy student season, and July isn’t quite over yet, I thought I’d add a blog post. As I was wondering what fascinating aspect of the job I could write about I received this in my email. Food for thought! https://www.landlordtoday.co.uk/breaking-news/2018/7/aiic-continue-to-push-for-mandatory-independent-inventories I am biased, I chose to be a member of The AIIC …
Feb 25
Fair Wear and Tear Guidelines
As of April this year, new rules will permit a tax deduction for the cost of replacement furniture, for example. But the Association of Taxation Technicians says that the current draft legislation is still open to confusion and misreading https://www.lettingagenttoday.co.uk/breaking-news/2016/2/hmrc-must-help-over-new-wear-and-tear-allowance-says-tax-body
Feb 25
Energy Information for Tenants
A recent report concludes that landlords, local authorities and energy companies need to better co-ordinate their efforts to identify vulnerable tenants who will most benefit from energy efficiency improvements. To tackle the problem the All Party Parliamentary Group for the private rented sector is calling for incentives for landlords to implement energy efficiency improvements through …
Feb 16
Blind Safety Regulations 2014
Do your internal blinds meet the 2014 Blind Safety regulations? The AIIC advise that “…as of 1st October 2014 all pull cords for all blinds (whether old or newly fitted) must be 1 ½ meters from the floor to avoid posing a health and safety issue. Any blind that has cords that form a loop …
Feb 09
Smoke Detectors and CO Alarms
These are now mandatory in every rental property in England: Smoke Detectors – required to be installed on every floor in the hallway, landing or corridor, even if these areas only lead to a bathroom as this is classed as a habitable area. Carbon Monoxide (CO) Alarms – these need to be installed in every …
Feb 01
Right to Rent scheme rolls out nationally
Were you aware of this new legislation? Do you know how it could affect you? Landlord News has a closer look Right To Rent rolls out nationally TODAY