Renting Homes: The New Law of Letting in Wales (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781913715496)

The Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 has been a long time in coming to fruition. However, as from 1 December 2022 this Act has radically reshaped the residential rented sector, both private and social, in Wales.

This book, by a respected author who advised the Welsh Assembly during the passing of the Act, is the first detailed treatment of the legislation. It is a must read for anyone interested in renting property in Wales.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

David Smith is a solicitor specialising in residential property, agency, and regulatory law. He is a partner at JMW Solicitors LLP in London. He is well known for his work in the residential property and agency field, especially in property licensing and consumer law and has advised local and national governments, large and small landlords and tenants and letting and estate agents across the sector.

CONTENTS

Chapter One - Introduction

Chapter Two - Law in Wales

Chapter Three - Renting Homes: An Overview

Chapter Four - Who, What and Where?

Chapter Five - Information

Chapter Six - Deposits

Chapter Seven - Repairs

Chapter Eight - Rent

Chapter Nine - Term and Possession

Chapter Ten - Abandonment

Chapter Eleven - The RHWA and the Courts

Chapter Twelve - Conclusion

Appendix One - List of RHWA Forms and Their Purpose

Appendix Two - List of Regulations Made Under the RHWA