Should we understand why a property is empty before introducing more damaging legislation?

Empty rental home with hourglass and six- and 12-month calendars illustrating new rules on vacant properties

by Readers Question

12:01 AM, 29th September 2026, 1 hour ago

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The Renters’ Rights Act has introduced new legislation to ensure some property is kept empty for a year. If a tenant is issued a section 8 for property sale purposes and the landlord subsequently changes their mind about the sale, the property cannot be re-let for a year.

Meanwhile, the government is contemplating legislation to take control of houses and re-let them, should they have been empty for six months.

Maybe it is too much to hope for, but could someone undertake a sensible project and first understand why property is empty before introducing more damaging statute?

Best wishes,

Paul

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