15 JUNE 2025 EPC METHODOLOGY CHANGES On 15 June 2025, a major overhaul of Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) calculations will take place with the introduction of RdSAP 10. This update, which revises the methodology for domestic energy assessments, aims to provide more accurate EPCs that better reflect how homes are used and help homeowners make informed … Read more
MAKING TAX DIGITAL From email sent out from HMRC If you have income from property or self-employment, you will be legally required to use Making Tax Digital from: To support you ahead of this, we are running a series of webinars to help you understand the changes and what actions you may have to take … Read more
RENTERS RIGHTS BILL UPDATE Update – Royal Assent is now expected in the autumn (September?) – Just in time for the Political Party Season Key Dates Based on current parliamentary schedules, here are the key dates to be aware of: Understand The Process Committee Stage Make sure you continue to liaise with your MPs to … Read more
COURT FEES SET TO RISE 1 APRIL 2025 Court fees are rising next week.For possession cases the costs will be:£404 for making a possession claim (was £391)£148 for applying for a warrant of possession (was £143)£313 for a general application on notice (N244) (was £303)£119 for a general application by consent/without notice (N244) (was £119)
Cornwall Council, with the Cornwall Residential Landlord Association (CRLA), held a Damp and Mould Webinar recently with around 150 in attendance. Please find the Webinar’s recording link here: https://youtu.be/d3BeJoyJ9L8 The video description includes a link to resources and answers to the questions asked in the chat during the session.
Two consultations issued by goverment today: Fuel Poverty Strategy for England Improving the energy performance of privately rented homes: 2025 update Links to both consultations can be found in the Consultations from Central and Local Government page of this website
Amendments to the Renters Rights Bill being debated in Parliament today.Include+ banning rent in advance payments other than payment of initial rent (deposits will not be affected so far as I can see although there is provision for a review of the deposit schemes and requirements)and+ change of date when a student can sign a … Read more
Damp and Mould WebinarCornwall Council are hosting a free Damp and Mould Webinar on Tuesday 28th January at 10-11am to discuss the causes of condensation, damp and mould, the health impacts, actions that should be taken to remove mould and available support. There will also be time for questions.You can sign up to the free … Read more
Wishing all members and friends of the Association a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
A QUICK SUMMARY OF MEASURES IN OCTOBER 2024 BUDGET This is not a full summary of the budget, just a few bullet points which may be of interest to CRLA members. Stamp duty: National insurance Income tax Capital gains tax Inheritance tax Minimum wage Local Housing Allowance Benefits Cap Tobacco Vapes Alcohol Fuel duty Private … Read more