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Energy Efficiency Changes for Landlords

Article Posted -
15 Mar 2012

Landlords are being reminded about changes to Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) which will affect rental properties* in the UK.

An EPC gives information on the energy efficiency and environmental impact of a property, and is mandatory for all private-rented sector homes.

From 6 April 2012, landlords and letting agents will have just seven days to produce an EPC after they’ve started marketing the property for new tenants, rather than the previous 28 day period.

Water charging in the PRS

Current situation

This month (January 2012) has seen the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has published a consutlation setting out proposals for how landlords, as owners of residential property, to discharge their liability for water charges to their tenants as occupiers and users of the utility.

The NLA is discussing the issue with members (through our current survey here) and will be responding to the consultation in due course (our response will also be availble on line). 

17 September 2012

Wychavon District Council Landlord Forum

Wychavon District Council Landlord Forum

Location: Pershore
Time: 17:00 - 19:00
Start Time:
17:00
Finish Time:
19:00
Address:
The Civic Centre, Queen Elizabeth Drive, Worcs.
Postcode:
WR10 1PT
More Information:
NLA Contact
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4 September 2012

NLA Worcester Branch Meeting

NLA Worcester Branch Meeting

Location: Worcester
Time: 19:00
Arrival Time:
18:30
Start Time:
19:00
Address:
Chateau Impney Hotel, Droitwich Spa
Postcode:
WR9 0BN
More Information:
NLA Contact
Price:

Plans for the Future of Housing in Wales Launched

Tuesday, May 22, 2012 - 2:36pm

The Welsh Government has published its proposals for the contents of Housing Bill.

82 pages long and covering all aspects of housing in Wales, it has the following specific plans for the private rented sector:

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City of Edinburgh Council Free Insulation Scheme

Tuesday, May 22, 2012 - 12:02pm

The City of Edinburgh Council has secured funding from the Scottish Government to cover the cost of insulating all suitable homes in the local authority area.

The scheme offers free loft insulation, including ‘top-up’ insulation, and cavity wall insulation to all properties in Edinburgh.

It's not means-tested in any way; the only condition is that the property must be suitable for the type of insulation available. This is determined by a free no-obligation survey by the appointed installer, Carillion. Households can access this offer via:

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NLA Comments on the Welsh Government's Private-Rented Sector Plans

Article Posted -
21 May 2012

Richard Lambert, Chief Executive Officer at the National Landlords Association (NLA) commented:

“The NLA welcomes the Welsh Government’s emphasis on professional development of landlords and the promotion of energy efficiency.

“It is also encouraging to see that the Government’s proposals include more joint working between local authorities and landlords. Through this, local authorities will be required to assist vulnerable people and those on low-incomes to access private-rented accommodation through various effective initiatives, such as social letting agencies.

11 June 2012

Warwick Landlord Forum

Warwick Landlord Forum

Location: Leamington Spa
Time: 18:00 - 20:00
Start Time:
18:00
Finish Time:
20:00
Address:
Victoria House, 59 Willes Road
Postcode:
CV32 4PT
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Price:

Event Overview:

6.00PM        REGISTRATION AND REFRESHMENTS

6.30PM        WELCOME & INTRODUCTION FROM CHAIR

6.40PM        BUY TO LET – KATIE MARTIN, BRANCH MANAGER, ACCORD LETTINGS

7.00PM        PRIVATE SECTOR LEASING – CHAPTER 21

7.20PM        CURRENT ISSUES & LEGISLATIVE CHANGES  AFFECTING LANDLORDS – MARY LATHAM, NLA WEST MIDLANDS REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE

Location:

10 July 2012

NLA in conjunction with Mendip Landlord Association Landlord Expo

NLA in conjunction with Mendip Landlord Association Landlord Expo

Location: Wells
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
Start Time:
11:00
Finish Time:
15:00
Address:
The Tramways
Postcode:
BA5 2HN
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Price:

Location:

4 October 2012

NLA Norwich Branch Meeting

NLA Norwich Branch Meeting

Location: Norwich
Time: 19:00
Arrival Time:
18:30
Start Time:
19:00
Address:
Holiday Inn, Yeoman B room, Ipswich Road
Postcode:
NR4 6EP
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Event Overview:

The NLA Head of Regions, Ken Staunton will be speaking at this meeting.

Location:

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