New 6-month empty dwelling limit reportedly set for 5th November
UKPulse Property Desk
A new six-month limit for empty dwelling management orders is reportedly set to come into effect on 5th November, according to a post on Property118.
- A new six-month limit for empty dwelling management orders is reportedly coming into effect on 5th November.
- Details regarding the new limit appear to be limited.
A new six-month limit for empty dwelling management orders is reportedly scheduled to begin on 5th November. Information regarding the specifics of this change appears to be limited.
Questions have been raised concerning whether the six-month vacant period will apply only to periods after 5th November or if it will also include prior vacant periods. Further queries include whether landlords will have input on tenant referencing and backgrounds, or if councils will solely manage this process. The role of councils as guarantors for rent and damage has also been questioned.
What this means for you: If you are a property owner, this reported change could affect how long your property can remain vacant before potentially being subject to an empty dwelling management order.