Your rights and responsibilities as a landlord

It is important to remember that both tenants and landlords have rights and responsibilities.  If you are experiencing difficulties in the tenancy information can be found on the following links for advice and assistance.  It is also important to be aware that the law differs in Scotland from the rest of the UK.

The most important thing to remember is that if you are not sure of where to go for help, or if the advice you have been given elsewhere is accurate, the Homeowners Service (Private Sector) will be able to assist.

Private rented tenancies can break down due to a lack of communication on both sides and talking and asking questions are important to help resolve issues before they reach a crisis point.

Private Landlords have a duty to register with the Local Authority, you can find out here if a landlord is registered  Private Landlord Register

Useful websites

The First-tier Tribunal for Scotland (Housing and Property Chamber)

The First-tier Tribunal for Scotland (Housing and Property Chamber)

The First-tier Tribunal for Scotland (Housing and Property Chamber) was formed to deal with determinations of rent or repair issues in private sector housing; assistance in exercising a landlord’s right of entry; and relatively informal and flexible proceedings to help resolve issues that arise between homeowners and property factors.

Housing and Property Chamber, First Tier Tribunal

Scottish Association of Landlords (SAL)

The Scottish Association of Landlords is the largest and only dedicated national organisation that represents landlords and letting agents throughout Scotland.

Members benefit from Unlimited access to the SAL telephone advice helpline 0131 564 0100

Scottish Association of Landlords (SAL)

Landlord Accreditation Scotland (LAS)

Landlord Accreditation Scotland (LAS) is the national accreditation scheme for Scottish landlords & letting agents, promoting best practice in the private rented sector by offering training and education across the country.

Landlord Accreditation Scotland (LAS)

Further information can be found on the East Ayrshire council website.