The Guild of Property Professionals is hosting a webinar for member agents on the private rental sector’s proposed Decent Homes Standard.
The webinar – for Guild members only – is tomorrow at 11am.
As a component of the forthcoming Renters’ Rights Bill, the government is proposing that the Decent Homes Standard – already in force in the social housing sector – be extended to all private rental properties. This will place a legal responsibility on landlords and their managing agents to ensure every rental property meets a new, defined standard of quality and safety.
Guild compliance officer Paul Offley will host the webinar with the trade body’s senior account manager Tanya Pearson.
The webinar will cover:
- Detailed analysis of the proposed changes and what the Decent Homes Standard entails.
- A summary of the practical implications for Guild Members, their landlords, and their day-to-day operations.
- Guidance on completing the official government consultation, including a direct link and advice on how to contribute effectively before the 10th September deadline.
“The Renters’ Rights Bill is poised to be the most significant piece of legislation to affect the lettings sector in a generation” says Offley. “The introduction of a Decent Homes Standard to the PRS is a core component of this, and it is vital that agents are prepared for the practical implications. Our goal with this webinar is not just to inform our Members, but to empower them to guide their landlords effectively and to contribute their professional expertise to the consultation.”
