Awaab’s Law comes into force today
Original Article Summary
Social housing landlords need to comply with Awaab’s Law from today, meaning they need to do more to respond to any issues with their properties. They now have to: investigate hazards within 10 working days; provide written findings within three working days of the investigation; take action to make homes safe within five working days […] The post Awaab’s Law comes into force today appeared first on PropertyWire.
PropMatch Curated Analysis
Awaab's Law now requires social housing landlords to investigate hazards within 10 working days and take remedial action within 5 days, with private landlords facing similar requirements from 2026.
Investor Relevance
Private residential landlords need to prepare for similar compliance requirements by 2026, potentially requiring investment in ventilation systems, faster response protocols, and enhanced property management processes to meet mandatory hazard response times.
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