Rent Review Challenges in Periodic Tenancies: Valuation Surveyor Tactics Post-Renters’ Rights Act 2026
Fewer than six months after the Renters' Rights Act 2026 came fully into force, letting agents across England are already reporting a sharp rise in tenants filing First-tier Tribunal (FTT) applications to challenge proposed rent increases — a trend that signals a fundamental shift in how valuation surveyors must approach periodic tenancy work [1]. The […]
Expert Witness Preparation for Structural Collapse Claims Under Awaab’s Law 2026: RICS Evidence Protocols
Fewer than 30% of expert witness reports submitted in housing disrepair cases meet full Civil Procedure Rules Part 35 compliance on first submission — a statistic that carries serious consequences now that Awaab's Law 2026 has dramatically expanded the scope of hazards landlords must address and the speed at which they must act. For structural […]
Party Wall Notices for Excess Temperature Remediation in 2026: Awaab’s Law Compliance Near Shared Boundaries
Excess heat and cold in rental homes now carry legal deadlines — and when the fix involves a shared wall, a second regulatory framework immediately comes into play. From May 2026, Awaab's Law applies to private landlords across England, mandating prompt action on housing hazards including excess temperature. When that remediation requires insulation retrofits, ventilation […]
