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Welsh Minister Acknowledges Rent Control Drawbacks, Highlights Potential Risks to Housing Availability


21/11/2024

Author : Mary-Anne Bowring


The Welsh Government has raised concerns about the potential negative effects of rent control on the housing market. Minister Jane Bryant warns that rent caps may reduce rental home availability, potentially worsening affordability issues.

The National Residential Landlords Association (NRLA) argues that rent controls, while aimed at protecting tenants, could lead to a decline in rental property investment and maintenance. This, in turn, may reduce housing quality.

The White Paper suggests creating a system where landlords provide rental data, ensuring better policy-making and giving tenants more transparency on market rates before entering leases.

A proposed “spatial rent map” would visually represent rental trends across Wales, helping tenants and policymakers make informed decisions based on affordability and market conditions.

Beyond rent control, the government is focusing on housing quality, tenant rights, and landlord standards to ensure safe and affordable living conditions without strict rental price caps.

The government has launched a consultation period until January 31, 2025, to gather public input on rental policies. Stakeholders across the housing sector await the outcome, which will influence future housing strategies.

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