Government issues 64-question private rental sector consultation
Summary
The government has launched a 64-question consultation on extending a version of Awaab’s Law to the private rented sector, with several key policy details still undecided. The consultation also asks whether the proposed requirements should apply to some licence-based accommodation, including supported housing, temporary accommodation for homeless households and care leaver accommodation.
Why it matters
This is relevant to residential property surveyors because it signals potential changes to housing standards, repair response expectations and compliance obligations across rented and licence-based accommodation. Surveyors advising landlords, housing providers or purchasers of rental assets may need to track the eventual scope of the rules and any associated enforcement expectations.
Key points
- Consultation covers a proposed private rented sector version of Awaab’s Law.
- Government is still undecided on several core policy details.
- Views are being sought on applying the law to some accommodation occupied under licence.
- Potentially affected accommodation includes supported housing, temporary accommodation and care leaver accommodation.
- The consultation closes in mid-December, with a government response to follow later.
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