The Decent Homes Standard
There are new proposals to improve tenants' living standards as part of the Renters (Reform) Bill.
The Decent Homes standard sets the minimum standards for social housing. In November 2023, the government put forward a proposal to introduce a Decent Homes Standard to the private rented sector for the first time.
Here's what we know so far.
- What is the Decent Homes Standard?
- What does "decent" mean?
- How is the Decent Homes Standard currently assessed?
- When will a Decent Homes Standard be applied to the private rented sector?
- How many private rented properties meet the Decent Homes Standard?
- How much will it cost landlords to upgrade their properties?
- How will the property portal help ensure compliance with the Decent Homes Standard?
- How will the standard be enforced?
