Opinion

We publish insightful blogs about property licensing and regulation of the private rented sector. Some are written in-house whilst others come from distinguished guest authors.

The views and opinions expressed in blogs are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of London Property Licensing. These blogs are designed to stimulate discussion within the property industry.

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14/03/2025

Application for Rent Repayment Order unsuccessful as application was out of time
06/11/2024

Successful appeals against HMO licence conditions
07/08/2024

How does HMO licensing apply to purpose-built student accommodation providers?
09/07/2024

Where next for regulation of the private rented sector?
20/06/2024

Before imposing a financial penalty or pursuing a banning order against a private landlord, the local authority must serve a valid notice of intent
10/02/2024

Upper Tribunal ruling explores adequacy of reasons for serving landlord civil penalty notices
06/09/2023

Can landlords return a tenancy deposit by cheque?
29/06/2023

Appeals against the imposition of financial penalties under Housing Act 2004: extensions of time when appeals are submitted late
23/06/2023

Excessive and unjust – Upper Tribunal decision on council’s civil financial penalty policy
11/04/2023

Spotlight on Haringey Council’s Additional Licensing Scheme
06/04/2023

Rent Repayment Orders: why a landlord’s excuse must remain reasonable for the duration of the offence
06/12/2022

Nine point guide to spotting an out-of-date tenancy agreement
03/10/2022

How far do managers of HMOs need to go to ‘ensure’ compliance with the Management Regulations?
28/03/2022

How can landlords help low-income families manage the rising cost of living?
25/03/2022

Spotlight on Greenwich Council’s Additional Licensing Scheme
28/02/2022

Understanding banning orders for landlords and letting agents
31/01/2022

Liability of Company Directors for Housing Offences
15/12/2021

How to get named and shamed: a guide to notoriety and public disgrace for landlords and agents
28/10/2021

What factors are considered when determining the amount of a Rent Repayment Order – Williams v Parmar [ 2021] UKUT 244 (LC)
27/09/2021

No more RROs against superior landlords – what next after the Court of Appeal’s decision in Rakusen v Jepson?