What is happening in property?
A simple roundup for landlords, renters, sellers and buyers across Blackburn and Lancashire. We refresh this page from trusted sources and link to each original update.
Landlords
Practical changes and announcements for people who let property.
Stronger protections and greater confidence for renters
All landlords must sign up to new, simple ‘Register your rental property’ service as it rolls out across the country.…
Read the original updateCrackdown on dangerous rented homes as new £7k fines kick in
Councils can issue fines of up to £7,000 from 22 June 2026, if landlords are found to have serious hazards in their rented properties.
Read the original updateHistoric protections for renters in action across England
The most historic changes to private renting in England now give 11 million tenants landmark new rights and protections that will transform their experiences.
Read the original updateRenters
The updates that could matter when you rent or look for a home.
Stronger protections and greater confidence for renters
All landlords must sign up to new, simple ‘Register your rental property’ service as it rolls out across the country.
Read the original updateHistoric protections for renters in action across England
The most historic changes to private renting in England now give 11 million tenants landmark new rights and protections that will transform their experiences.
Read the original updateWhen will the Renters' Right Act come into force?
What the changes coming in from Friday 1st May mean for you – including the ban on Section 21 no fault evictions, and new rules on pets and rent increases
Read the original updateSellers and buyers
Housing market and sale related announcements.
What does this mean for your property?
News can affect each home differently. Speak to our Blackburn team about selling, letting or finding your next place.
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