US EditionGlasgow Rent Caps Could Return in 2027 as New Law Gives Council Power
The new law will limit annual rent hikes to 1% above inflation or a 6% maximum, aiming to ease affordability pressures in Glasgow's private rental market.
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Ahead of the presentation of the 2025 rent report this Thursday, Federal Justice Minister Stefanie Hubig (SPD) announced further measures to relieve the burden on tenants. "We announced that we would strengthen social tenancy law," Hubig told the Rheinische Post (Thursday edition). "We will also implement this announcement." The situation on the housing market remains critical. "Those who work hard but don't have a high income can hardly afford…
Glasgow could see return of rent caps under new legislation
Glasgow may soon see the return of rent caps as the Scottish Government moves forward with new housing laws aimed at tackling the city’s rental market pressures. Proposed measures would give councils the power to limit increases on private rented properties, with discussions focused on capping rents at a maximum of 6% in designated Rent Control Areas. The proposed Housing (Scotland) Bill, which has been progressing through Parliament since 2024…
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