Editor's note: This brief was summarised by The Property AI Team from a report by Property118. Read the original article for full details.
Government Raises Court Fees for Landlord Possession Claims
The government has announced that court fees for landlords making possession claims will increase this week. Fees for tenants to challenge a rent increase will remain frozen at £47.
According to Property118, the rise in court fees is attributed to annual price increases linked to inflation. The government has stated that the justice system “is well prepared” to handle the Renters’ Rights Act.
This development is relevant for UK letting agents and inventory clerks, as higher court costs may impact landlords seeking possession of their properties. The unchanged fee for tenants challenging rent increases may also affect the balance of costs between landlords and tenants.
Source: Property118