Eviction costs and delays to soar as tenants challenge landlords
Summary
The article reports that landlords are facing rising eviction costs and delays as tenants increasingly challenge possession claims under the Renters Rights Act. It links this to wider pressure in the private rented sector, including landlords selling up, higher financing and compliance costs, and a growing court backlog.
Why it matters
Residential property surveyors may see the effects of landlord exit, reduced rental supply and increased demand for advice on vacant possession, condition and compliance. The article also highlights regulatory and upgrade pressures that can affect asset value, investment viability and portfolio decisions.
Key points
- Thackray Williams says it is seeing more landlord instructions for possession and more tenant challenges to eviction notices.
- Section 21 notices have been abolished under the Renters Rights Act, increasing reliance on Section 8 and possession proceedings.
- Landlords face higher costs from tax changes, Making Tax Digital, maintenance, insurance, licensing and refinancing.
- Savills survey data cited in the article suggests many landlords are more likely to sell and less likely to buy additional rental property.
- The article points to uncertainty around EPC C upgrade expectations by 2030 and the Decent Homes Standard 2026.
Organisations:
Thackray Williams, Savills, Housing Act 1988, Finance Act, Making Tax Digital, Renters Rights Act, Decent Homes Standard 2026
Regulations:
Renters Rights Act, Section 21, Section 8, Housing Act 1988, Section 24 of the Finance Act, Making Tax Digital, EPC C by 2030, Decent Homes Standard 2026
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