This petition was submitted during the 2019 to 2024 Parliament
Rejected petition Cap the rate landlords can charge for rent
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Cap the rate at 5% the property value per year plus valuation fee over 12 months if mortgage is paid.
Cap the rate at monthly mortgage rate plus 5% if mortgage is not paid.
Discourage landlords from owning multiple properties. Tenant will pay a fair rent amount and not be exploited. Property valued yearly to keep up with market changes.
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Put a cap on profits made by private landlords: https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/648065
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