“The Association for Rental Living (ARL), the representative body for rental living sector in the UK including build to rent (BTR), welcomes the report stage and third reading of the Renters (Reform) Bill. “Whilst the ARL supports the intentions of the Bill in making the rental sector fairer for…
A new opportunity for UKAA members to contribute to new research investigating the costs and benefits of pet ownership in private rentals. The UKAA has been approached by researchers at the Healthy Housing Initiative, University of Huddersfield and the Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research (CRESR), Sheffield Hallam…
The TrustedStays industry booking platform for professional short-term rentals has launched on the Global Distribution System (GDS). Amongst the first properties are Canary Wharf Group’s Vertus developments, expanding accommodation choice and flexibility for the corporate and relocation markets. March 23rd – Canary Wharf Group, on behalf of their Vertus Build…
Meet ila, one of the fastest-growing built-to-rent companies in the UK, with a residential portfolio of 4,000 homes. Over the coming years they are opening communities in several major cities, including Birmingham, Sheffield, Manchester, Liverpool, Cardiff, Leeds, and London. Dedicated to creating unique neighbourhoods that residents will be proud to…
Operators, suppliers and developers in the growing build-to-rent (BTR) sector gathered at the UK Apartment Association’s (UKAA’s) annual BTR Expo in London on 20 April, where Property Week sat down with UKAA chief executive Brendan Geraghty and Gillian McLees, chair of UKAA Scotland and director of BTR at Scottish estate…
Data – and data sharing – plays a key role in the world of Rajesh Shah, UKAA Board Member and Quintain’s Executive Commercial Director and utilising the numbers helps drive his other passion, which is improving the resident experience across Quintain’s Build to Rent (BtR) portfolio. He would love the…
On 29th of March 2023 the Rent Control: Six Months On panel discussion, organised by the UKAA Scotland Hub, was held at Shoosmiths office in Glasgow. The panel discussion focused on the impact that temporary rent control measures have had on the Scottish rental sector, and possible solutions that would address the…
Phil Spencer’s Move iQ, offers a distinct and captivating solution for Build-to-Rent operators in the UK. Operators can engage Move iQ to create an informative property tour that will appeal to and educate potential renters on the benefits of your developments in this swiftly transforming sector of the…
We are delighted to introduce our newest Key Partner, Beko plc Appliance Partners. Beko plc Appliance Partners build meaningful relationships with their BTR partners, offering stylish kitchen appliance solutions and a flexible end-to-end service tailored to the individual needs of each project. Their experienced Specification Managers select…
Apartmentalize, 7-9 June 2023, Atlanta, USA This is a great opportunity for UKAA members to be inspired, gain knowledge and build a network of innovative thinkers and strategists at the world’s leading BTR conference. Learn lessons from US operators and supply chain and bring ideas back to the UK –…
