
Decent Homes Vs Awaab’s Law
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With the Renters’ Rights Bill already set to transform the lettings landscape, agents also need to prepare for two major changes that will raise housing standards across the sector:
- Awaab’s Law – introducing strict timeframes to investigate and fix hazards such as damp, mould and emergencies.
- Decent Homes Standard (reformed) – modernising minimum housing standards and extending them into the private rented sector.
Both measures bring tougher compliance requirements, greater enforcement pressure, and a clear message: damp and mould are health risks, not lifestyle issues.
Our latest infosheet breaks down what’s coming, the timelines to watch, and how agents and landlords can prepare.
Read it below!