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Government Confirms Support for Student Landlords
The government has moved to reassure student landlords regarding upcoming tenancy changes, according to a report by Property118. It has confirmed that landlords of Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) will still be able to facilitate the “ongoing yearly cycle of short-term student tenancies.”
This clarification follows a written Parliamentary question from Conservative MP Gregory Stafford. The question addressed concerns about the potential impact of abolishing Assured Shorthold Tenancies on university students, particularly in cases where previous fixed-term arrangements were in place.
For UK letting agents and inventory clerks, this confirmation provides clarity on the future of student lettings. The government’s statement indicates that the established practice of offering short-term tenancies to students on an annual basis will continue, despite broader tenancy reforms.
Source: Property118