OUT WITH THE OLD AND IN WITH THE NEW -Occupation Contracts (Wales)
THE RENTING HOMES (WALES) ACT 2016 – OCCUPATION CONTRACTS
The Act are not yet in force. However, it is anticipated that provisions in the Act will be introduced in Spring of 2022.
Once enacted, there will be a number of changes to tenancy laws in Wales. This article deals briefly with the anticipated changes to residential landlord and tenant agreements.
Most current tenancies – those on an assured short-hold or assured tenancy will be replaced.
An assured short-hold tenancy is to be the standard contract.
An assured tenancy would be replaced by a secure tenancy.
There will be “model contracts” available .
Some of the terms in these contracts will be mandatory . They cannot be removed or altered.
Other terms may be altered and removed on the proviso that both parties agree – BUT – only if the alteration or removal improves the position of the tenant (the contract holder).
All occupation contracts must be in writing .
If the Landlord fails to provide a written agreement (standard or secure contract) the tenant will be permitted to claim back up to 2 months rent plus interest, calculated on a daily rate.
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