Property Management & Housing Update
Scotland’s housing and property management landscape has seen several important developments in March and April 2026, with damp and mould compliance now moving to the centre of operational planning. For landlords, housing providers and managing agents, the message is clear: response times, evidence trails and contractor readiness are becoming more important than ever.Â
Scotland’s damp and mould rules move closer to enforcement
In March 2026, Scottish Government and Parliament updates confirmed that the new damp and mould regulations remain on track, with Awaab’s Law duties expected to commence on 6 October 2026.The rules will require landlords in both the social and private rented sectors to investigate reports of damp and mould and begin any necessary repairs within set timescales.Â
This is not just a policy discussion anymore. Parliamentary reporting in March shows that damp and mould is now being treated as a measurable compliance issue, with scrutiny focused on whether landlords have systems that can deliver timely investigation, repairs and tenant communication. For property teams, this means that internal reporting procedures, contractor mobilisation and document management all need to be reviewed well before October.Â
Perfect Clean Ltd. is already preparing for these changes by introducing professional, certified black mould cleaning services designed to support remediation programmes and strengthen property records. Where damp and mould cases require documented action, specialist cleaning can form an important part of the evidence trail alongside inspections, repairs and follow-up reporting.Â
Scotland’s damp and mould rules move closer to enforcement
On 1 April 2026, the Scottish Housing Regulator published its latest risk assessment summary, reiterating that landlords should have proactive systems in place to identify and deal with damp and mould timeously and effectively. The regulator also confirmed that new damp and mould indicators have been added to the Annual Return on the Charter, with landlords due to submit information by May 2026.Â
That matters for housing associations, councils and their supply chains because performance is increasingly being judged through data as well as outcomes. Contractors and service partners who can provide consistent reporting, documented attendance and clear remediation records will be better placed to support compliance-focused clients.Â
