Property Management

Question 1

What Act Implemented Right to Rent Checks

Answer 1

Immigration Act 2014, effective since 2016. Penalty up to £3,000

Question 2

What statutory requirements must landlords meet?

Answer 2

Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector Regulations 2020
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Regulations 2022
Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations 1998
Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards 2018

Question 3

What are the EPC Exemptions for non-domestic properties?

Answer 3

• Wall insulation
• 7-year payback
• All improvements made
• No improvements to be made
• Third party consent
• Devaluation 5%
• Recent LL

Question 4

What to include in lettings particulars?

Answer 4

Council Tax / Domestic Rates
Rent
Deposit(s)
Property type
Property construction
Number and types of room
Utilities
Mobile signal/coverage
Parking
If applicable:
Building safety
Restrictions
Rights and easements
Flood risk
Coastal erosion risk
Planning permission
Accessibility/adaptations
Coalfield or mining area
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)