RENTERS RIGHTS ACT 2025 INFORMATION SHEET FOR TENANTS AND FORM 4A The Government document to be given to ALL tenants BEFORE 31 Ma 2026 has been published. Landlords are reminded that they should get a receipt for every document sent or given to a tenant. https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/69bc04b8f7b1c24d8e23ce60/The_Renters__Rights_Act_Information_Sheet_2026.pdf
Assistance for Tenants In Difficulties The following are all willing to assist tenants in difficulties, whether due to Covid-19 or ‘more normal’ problems. Applications for assistance should be made by the tenant with or without support from the landlord. Citizens Advice Tel: 01752 850488 Cornwall Council Benefits Department (Includes requests for Discretionary Housing Payments). Tel: … Read more
Three judges say landlords can serve a Section 21 notice even if a gas safety certificate has been issue after they move in, but the comment leave the door open for an appeal and likely Supreme Court hearing. The Court of Appeal has handed down judgement on the contentious Trecarrell House vs Patricia Rouncefield case and has … Read more
T The Tenant Fees Bill passed the final hurdle in the Parliamentary Process yesterday (hidden in the Brexit news). Just awaiting Royal Assent to become law at which point the final bill will go onto the CRLA website for anyone interested. The Bill becomes law on 1 June. Watch out in future newsletters for updates … Read more
Cornwall Council are now in a position to be able to invite applications from landlords who are affected by the mandatory HMO licensing reforms. In order to ensure that landlords are given the best chance of complying with the licensing requirements ahead of the 1st October deadline Cornwall Council feel the need to make a … Read more