Scottish rule changes on our radar.
Scottish law and Scottish Government rules only. Dates marked expected or proposed can still move, and we update this as they are confirmed.
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6 Oct 2026In force
Wrongful termination penalties rise
Scotland · Housing (Scotland) Act 2025If a tenancy is ended wrongly, the tribunal can now order 3 to 36 months' rent, up from 0 to 6.
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6 Oct 2026In force
Damp and mould repair timescales
Scotland · Scottish Government repair regulationsLandlords must investigate reported damp and mould and start repairs within set timescales.
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31 May 2027Expected
Councils report on local rents
Scotland · Housing (Scotland) Act 2025Every council must assess rent conditions in its area and report to the Scottish Government.
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Late 2027Expected
First Rent Control Areas
Scotland · Housing (Scotland) Act 2025Where designated, annual rent rises are capped at CPI plus 1%, up to a maximum of 6%.
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2027Expected
New-style EPCs
Scotland · Scottish EPC reformScotland's reformed EPC brings new ratings and a shorter five-year validity. The start date has moved more than once.
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1 Apr 2028Proposed
EPC C equivalent for new tenancies
Scotland · Scottish Government draft regulationsUnder Scottish Government draft regulations, newly let homes in Scotland must meet the new heat retention rating band C.
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31 Dec 2033Proposed
EPC standard for all tenancies
Scotland · Scottish Government draft regulationsThe same minimum standard would extend to every private rented home in Scotland.
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