Ashford Borough Council Landlord Forum

NRLA Representative: Marion Money

A not-to-be-missed event for landlords and property professionals in the local area. An opportunity for networking with fellow landlords and experts in all things property. Ashford Borough Council, in collaboration with the NRLA, will be providing the latest information and guidance on legislation. Plus updates on new services offered by Ashford Borough Council to landlords.

Refreshments and a buffet lunch provided. This is a free event, please secure a ticket by booking following this page.

There will be a 1 hour lunch and networking break. Please ensure that you advise us of dietary requirements when you book.

Our thanks go to Swale Heating for their generous support with the refreshments.

9.30 am – Registration and Networking

10.00 am – Chair Welcome

Speakers:

• Victoria Henham – Senior Property Manager, ABC

Ashford Borough Council Update

An update on the services offered by ABC Lettings in response to market trends

• Steve Grimshaw – Strategic Programme Manager, KCC

Kent County Council’s ‘No Use Empty’

An overview of the No Use Empty Scheme which aims to turn derelict empty properties into quality housing

• Justine Biggs – Business Development Account Manager, EON

EON ECO4 (Energy Company Obligation Scheme)

An outline of available grant funding for increasing energy efficiency in private rented properties

• Marion Money – NRLA SE Representative

NRLA News and Update

Marion will provide a legislative update and the latest news around the PRS

• Paul Tapsell – Barrister of Property and Land Law, Beckett Chambers

Navigating the Court Process

A summary of the court process, plus information on the rise of ‘No Win No Fee’ solicitors for housing repairs

• Louise Burford – Competence and Customer Liaison Manager, Kent Fire Service

Fire Safety in the Private Rented Sector

An essential overview, to include the 2023 updates

3.20 pm – Closing Remarks

3.30 pm – Close