Renters' rights - landlords

Phase 3: timescale to be confirmed

Meeting the Decent Homes Standard

The Decent Homes Standard will be extended to the private rental sector. This means ensuring properties are:

  • safe and well-maintained
  • free from serious hazards such as damp, faulty wiring, or poor insulation
  • fit for human habitation
  • meet Awaab’s Law which requires private sector landlords to address damp and mould issues within set timescales