Views sought on exemptions from rent control and where rent could
be increased above cap.
A consultation has been published on potential for certain
exemptions from rent controls or increases above the rent cap.
Last year, the Scottish Government set out its plans for
long-term rent controls in the Housing (Scotland) Bill, which
will help create a fairer, better-regulated rented sector for
tenants and landlords.
Tenants, landlords and others in the rented sector are being
asked to share their views on possible exemptions to the rent
cap, for example in connection with mid-market and Build to Rent
properties.
The consultation also considers where landlords could be allowed
to increase rents above the cap, for example where there have
been improvements to their property or where rents have
consistently been charged at a level below market rates.
Views are also being sought on how Ministers' regulation-making
powers could be used to clarify how private sector joint
tenancies are ended.
Social Justice Secretary said:
“The rent control proposals we have published as part of the
Housing Bill are just some of the measures we are taking to
improve lives and work towards achieving our goal of ending child
poverty in Scotland.
“Our rent control proposals will help provide certainty for
tenants by keeping them in their homes and ensure rents remain
affordable during a cost-of-living crisis.
“Rental properties are a crucial element of our efforts to tackle
the housing emergency and we want landlords to have the
confidence to invest and continue to provide good quality,
affordable homes.
“We have published this consultation as part of our ongoing
engagement with those who will be affected by rent control.
The responses will help us strike the right balance between
supporting tenants, whilst ensuring the rights of landlords are
protected and we continue to support investment in the rented
homes we need.”
Background
Housing (Scotland) Bill -
Scottish Government consultations - Citizen Space
