Impose Awaab’s Law on private landlords this year, demand activists
Summary
Generation Rent is calling for Awaab’s Law to be extended to the private rented sector this year, while a parliamentary committee has also urged faster action on housing standards, enforcement and tenant protections. The report highlights concerns about damp, mould, local authority resourcing, MEES enforcement, and the need to strengthen the Private Rented Sector Database and selective licensing powers.
Why it matters
Residential property surveyors may see increased scrutiny of housing hazards, compliance timelines and enforcement expectations in the private rented sector. The proposals could affect inspection priorities, reporting of defects, and advice given to landlords, agents and local authorities.
Key points
- Generation Rent wants Awaab’s Law applied to private landlords immediately.
- The committee wants the Decent Homes Standard brought forward and Awaab’s Law rolled out in the PRS within months.
- Concerns were raised about local authority capacity to enforce standards, including MEES.
- The report supports a stronger Private Rented Sector Database and easier use of selective licensing.
- The committee rejected rent controls but wants existing tribunal protections to work more effectively.
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