Written Question·Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government·UIN 9679

Private Rented Housing: Pets

Tabled: 16 October 2024
Answered: 24 October 2024
Named Day

Question

Tony Vaughan

LabourFolkestone and Hythe

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, whether her Department plans to publish guidance on the circumstances in which permission to keep a pet may be unreasonably refused under the Renters' Rights Bill.

Answer

Matthew Pennycook
Yes, the government will provide guidance to help both landlords and tenants understand the new regulations and will maintain ongoing communication with the rental sector to address any concerns.