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Changes to Private Landlord Registration Regulations

On November 13, 2019

Changes to the registration process affecting Private Sector Landlords took place on 16th September 2019. The Scottish Government have introduced a more comprehensive, rigorous application process in order to raise general awareness amongst landlords of their legal requirements. The changes should not have a significant impact on landlords who are already meeting the existing standards,

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Changes to Private Landlord Registration Regulations

Changes to the registration process affecting Private Sector Landlords took place on 16th September 2019. The Scottish Government have introduced a more comprehensive, rigorous application process in order to raise general awareness amongst landlords of their legal requirements. The changes should not have a significant impact on landlords who are already meeting the existing standards,

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Fire Safety

The Scottish Repairing Standard requires all rented property to be fitted with mains powered smoke detectors in all circulations areas/hallways and also a smoke detector in the living room and a heat detector in the kitchen. All alarms should be interlinked. Full details can be obtained from the Repairing Standard http://www.gov.scot/Topics/Built-Environment/Housing/privaterent/landlords/physical/rules/repairing and Private Rented Housing

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Mandatory Electrical Check Requirements

The Scottish Government have recently published guidance on mandatory electrical check requirements which shall come into force from 1 December 2015. The new requirements will apply to all Scottish privately rented properties covered by the Repairing Standard. Landlords will be required to have fixed wiring Electrical Installation Condition Report checks carried out at their properties

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Consent To Let

Many first-time landlords are unaware they need consent to let their property from their mortgage lenders. Some lenders may approve an application without penalty others will charge a one-off fee, whilst some companies may increase the interest rate on the existing mortgage. Depending on a mortgage company policy, it may be worth considering transferring to

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Empty Care

Protecting your property from fire, burglary and the vagaries of the British weather whilst it is unoccupied is vital. Although you may have an insurance policy in place, very often if you need to be away for an extended amount of time on business, are travelling, or your property is vacant between lets, your policy

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