Where have all the rental homes gone?
Original Article Summary
The government is considering giving councils in England additional powers to tackle the growth of short-term lets and second homes
Investor Analysis
Short-term let guest nights in England and Wales rose 11.5% to 100.9 million in 2025, intensifying concerns about long-term rental supply. The UK government is actively considering giving councils additional powers to restrict short-term lets and second homes, adding meaningful regulatory risk for holiday let investors.
Investor Relevance
Holiday let investors face a credible and escalating regulatory threat: mandatory registration is already legislated, council tax premiums on second homes are live, a visitor levy is in progress, and further council powers are now under active ministerial consideration. Investors in coastal and rural areas with high STL concentrations face the greatest risk to long-term viability and exit values.
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