Government says 'NO' to Pet Fees or Insurances in suggested ammendment to the Tenant Fees Act
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Today the housing minister Eddie Hughes ruled out the move, replying: “The Tenant Fees Act 2019 introduced a cap of five weeks’ rent for properties with an annual rent below £50,000, and banned most letting fees charged to tenants.

“The five week cap should be considered the maximum, rather than the default amount charged.

“This approach should therefore accommodate private renters who wish to keep pets, without the need for a separate pet deposit. The government has no plans  at this time  to amend the Tenant Fees Act 2019.

Ful story here;

https://www.landlordtoday.co.uk/breaking-news/2021/9/government-says-no-to-separate-fees-for-pets-in-rental-properties

So, for now a continued rent premium for pets is the only way forward if you wish to allow such in your properties...

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