It seems every month or so a new initiative comes along that affects property. The last few years have seen Home Information Packs introduced; Energy Performance Certificates; changes to planning permission, including permitted development rights; Estate Agency Redress and a Tenancy Deposit Scheme. And these are just the ones that get talked about!
Before legislation is introduced, the government gives the public and industry a chance to comment. As the media don't always cover this information, we thought it would be helpful to capture as many of the current consultations and forthcoming legislation so you can share your views and abide by the new laws!
Changes Proposed/Being Introduced | Legal Change/ Consultation | Date Introduced/ Finished |
November 2010 | | |
Council Housing: A real future - Summary of responses to the consultation | Legislation | 30th November 10 |
New Homes bonus implementation of the New Homes Bonus in relation to local authorities increasing their housing supply | Consultation | Closing - 24th Dec 10 |
Local decisions: a fairer future for social housing - Sets out the Government plans to reform the social housing system | Consultation | Closing - 17th Jan 11 |
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January 2011 | | |
VAT to rise from 17.5% to 20% | Legal Change | 4th January 11 |
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