CPS Homes

What landlords need to know about Welsh housing law in 2026

Here at CPS Homes, we’ve spent countless hours researching, interpreting, and staying ahead of both new and existing property legislation. It’s this dedication that’s made us a trusted source of support for landlords across Wales.

We speak your language. There are complex, difficult-to-follow and almost 'hidden' aspects of current laws (particularly with regards to contracts) - miss a detail, and you could be left exposed.

This hub brings together guidance on the areas we believe Welsh landlords most need to understand right now. It’s designed to help you stay compliant, protected, and prepared - without feeling overwhelmed.

If there’s a topic you’d like more detail on, or something we haven’t covered yet, please get in touch. We’re always happy to help. - Nikki Lewis, Director of Operations and Compliance Expert

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Further reading

Your free guide
New minimum energy efficiency standards to come in from 2028
Your free guide
Increasing rent under the Renting Homes Wales Act 2016
10 reasons why we are not using Welsh Gov models
Increasing rent under the Renting Homes Wales Act 2016
CPS Homes lobbies Welsh Gov for change
Contract-holder-like Manner
Regaining possession
Abandonment
The latest on energy efficiency improvement requirements
Our advice to occupiers on preventing condensation and mould
Carbon Monoxide Alarms Required
Mains-wired, interlinked smoke alarms required in all properties
Electrical safety certificates required in all properties
Tenants guaranteed minimum 12 months occupancy
Minimum 'fit for human habitation' standards
Tenants renamed 'contract-holders' and no more ASTs

Let CPS Homes help

Frustrated by the complexities of the Renting Homes (Wales) Act and the industry’s ever-changing laws & regulations? We're specialists in navigating through Welsh landlord legislation and the intricacies that other agents might miss. Our Compliance Team stay ahead of the curve, ensuring our clients always have ironclad occupation contracts and complete legal protection.

By instructing us to manage your property, we will...

  • Work with you to put efficient processes in place well in advance of key dates for new legislation and regulations, ensuring you and your properties are compliant, safe and legal.
  • Provide you with the most robust Written Statement of Occupation Contract you can find in Wales.
  • Save you the cost of a Rent Smart Wales landlord licence and the hassle of ongoing training.
  • Maximise your rental income by ensuring the property is always achieving its full potential.
  • Provide you with your own representative within our Lettings and Accounts departments.
  • Produce free, professional photography as part of our standard marketing package.
  • Place you on our VIP Investor list where you'll get priority access to pre-market investment properties before they're listed online.
  • Provide you with peace of mind via our Client Money Protection (CMP) policy, professional indemnity insurance, and redress scheme membership.

To discuss CPS Homes taking over management of your property, contact our Senior Property Investment & Market Advisor, Rhys Owen, today via rhys.owen@cpshomes.co.uk or 02920 668585.

20 January 2022

The information contained within this article was correct at the date of publishing and is not guaranteed to remain correct in the present day.

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