by laCasapropertyservices | Feb 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
Borough councils in South East London are proactive in tackling non-compliant landlords. For example: Lewisham Council has been vocal about prosecuting rogue landlords operating unsafe HMOs. Southwark Council runs a large licensing scheme and issues rent repayment...
by laCasapropertyservices | Feb 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
When it comes to ending a tenancy, compliance is again critical: Section 21 Notices: Only valid if you have provided EPC, gas certificate, EICR, and “How to Rent” guide. Section 8 Notices: Must be based on specific grounds such as rent arrears. Deposit return: Must be...
by laCasapropertyservices | Feb 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
Legal compliance doesn’t stop once tenants move in. Landlords must continue to: Carry out repairs in a timely fashion: Failure can breach the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act. Conduct periodic inspections: Give at least 24 hours’ notice. Respect tenant...
by laCasapropertyservices | Feb 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
Before handing over the keys, landlords must provide tenants with the following: Written Tenancy Agreement: Clearly outlines rights and responsibilities. “How to Rent” Guide: A legal requirement for all new tenancies. Deposit Protection Scheme Information: Must be...
by laCasapropertyservices | Feb 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
Introduced by the Immigration Act 2014, Right to Rent checks require landlords to verify that tenants are legally allowed to rent in the UK. Applies to all tenants over the age of 18. Requires checking and copying approved identity documents. Landlords can face civil...
by laCasapropertyservices | Feb 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
Every landlord must ensure their property is safe to live in. The law requires several certificates and checks: Gas Safety Certificate (CP12) Required annually. Must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer. Failure can lead to fines up to £6,000 per...
