Legal & Regulations
Section 106 Agreement
Planning obligations attached to property
Full Definition
Section 106 agreements are legal obligations attached to planning permissions requiring developers to contribute to local infrastructure or affordable housing. Some Section 106 restrictions affect property use or resale. Always check for S106 obligations during legal searches.
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EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
Rating of property's energy efficiency from A-G
MEES (Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards)
Minimum EPC rating required to legally rent property
Article 4 Direction
Planning restriction on converting properties to HMOs
HMO Licensing
Legal requirement for renting to multiple households
Selective Licensing
Licensing scheme for all private rentals in designated areas
AST (Assured Shorthold Tenancy)
Standard tenancy agreement for private rentals