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Scottish landlords face new legal duties on damp and mould under Investigation and Commencement of Repair (Scotland) Regulations 2026, effective 6 October 2026
New Scottish regulations (Investigation and Commencement of Repair (Scotland) Regulations 2026) take effect 6 October 2026, imposing strict legal deadlines on all landlords to investigate damp/mould reports within 10 working days, provide written findings within 3 working days, and begin repairs within 5 working days of inspection. Applies to all residential landlords including farm tied housing. Non-compliance requires written explanation to tenant. Part of UK-wide Awaab's Law expansion.
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Source publication date: 2026-10-06
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New Scottish regulations (Investigation and Commencement of Repair (Scotland) Regulations 2026) take effect 6 October 2026, imposing strict legal deadlines on all landlords to investigate damp/mould reports within 10 working days, provide written findings within 3 working days, and begin repairs within 5 working days of inspection. Applies to all residential landlords including farm tied housing. Non-compliance requires written explanation to tenant. Part of UK-wide Awaab's Law expansion.
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