وبلاگ خانه تبدیل شباهنگ مرکز تخصصی تبدیل صدا و تصویر
As the year 2019 comes to an end, landlords and tenants alike need to be aware of the changes that have been made to the Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) agreement. If you are a landlord or a tenant, it`s important that you stay up to date on the latest changes to the AST agreement, as it can have a significant impact on your rights and obligations.
The AST agreement is the most commonly used tenancy agreement in the UK, and it is used to set out the terms and conditions of a tenancy between a landlord and a tenant. The agreement covers issues such as rent, deposit, responsibilities, and the length of the tenancy. The AST agreement is a legal document that sets out the rules that both the landlord and tenant must follow during the tenancy.
Starting from 1st June 2019, the AST agreement has undergone some significant changes. These changes are aimed at providing greater protection to tenants and preventing unscrupulous landlords from exploiting their tenants.
One of the major changes is the introduction of the Tenant Fees Act. Under this act, landlords are no longer allowed to charge tenants for a range of services such as credit checks, inventories, and cleaning services. Furthermore, the maximum deposit that a landlord can charge a tenant has been reduced to five weeks` rent. This has been done to prevent landlords from charging exorbitant deposits that tenants may not be able to afford.
Another important change to the AST agreement is the introduction of the Fitness for Human Habitation Act. This act requires landlords to ensure that their property is safe and fit for human habitation. Landlords are now required to maintain their property to a certain standard and must address any issues that may affect the health and wellbeing of their tenants.
Moreover, the AST agreement now mandates that tenants be given adequate notice before eviction. The notice period has been extended from two months to three months, giving tenants more time to find a new place to live if they are being evicted.
In conclusion, if you are a landlord or a tenant, it is important to stay up to date on the latest changes to the Assured Shorthold Tenancy agreement. The changes made in 2019 are designed to protect the rights of tenants and prevent unscrupulous landlords from exploiting them. As a landlord, it is important to ensure that you comply with all the new regulations, while tenants should be aware of their rights and responsibilities.
