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PODCAST: What next as France enters the unknown after government collapse

France is experiencing political turmoil following the downfall of Michel Barnier's government, leading to discussions about its implications.

San Jose mobile home park residents face illegal rent increases - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose is investigating illegal rent increases at a mobile home park, challenging claims of exemption by Harmony Communities.

Unison argues in court that its equity sharing agreement is not a reverse mortgage

Equity sharing agreements may be legally classified as reverse mortgages under Washington state law, challenging claims that they are not debt-based.
#fire-safety

Eric Pickles urged to quit as Tory peer over Grenfell inquiry criticism

Eric Pickles is under pressure to resign due to criticisms in the Grenfell inquiry, which highlighted failures in fire safety regulation.

'Unsafe cladding at block of flats must be fixed,' owners told

Camden Council mandates the fixing of unsafe cladding and fire safety issues at Princes Park Apartments to enhance resident safety.

Eric Pickles urged to quit as Tory peer over Grenfell inquiry criticism

Eric Pickles is under pressure to resign due to criticisms in the Grenfell inquiry, which highlighted failures in fire safety regulation.

'Unsafe cladding at block of flats must be fixed,' owners told

Camden Council mandates the fixing of unsafe cladding and fire safety issues at Princes Park Apartments to enhance resident safety.
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#legal-action

E-bike fire survivors sue battery manufacturer

Survivors of a fatal e-bike fire in London are suing the manufacturer and landlords, marking a potential landmark case in UK law.

Harlesden: Rogue landlord fined 9k after ignoring pleas to fix north London flat

Brent Council took landlord to court over flat issues
Landlord fined for failing to fix heating and ventilation issues

E-bike fire survivors sue battery manufacturer

Survivors of a fatal e-bike fire in London are suing the manufacturer and landlords, marking a potential landmark case in UK law.

Harlesden: Rogue landlord fined 9k after ignoring pleas to fix north London flat

Brent Council took landlord to court over flat issues
Landlord fined for failing to fix heating and ventilation issues
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Emotional support and service pets: Fair and affordable for who?

Landlords and housing authorities face significant fines for denying emotional support animals, emphasizing the need for better support systems for compliance.

London council launches door-to-door patrols targeting dodgy landlords

Brent Council is actively enforcing rental property licensing to combat rogue landlords and ensure tenant safety.

How Alameda County supervisors could overhaul rental protections this year

The Board of Supervisors plans to improve tenant protections for renters in unincorporated Alameda County, addressing long-standing issues of uninhabitable living conditions.
#airbnb

Airbnb asks NYC to reconsider regulations on short-term rentals By Reuters

Airbnb urges NYC to reconsider stringent short-term rental regulations that harm travelers and have no significant impact on the housing crisis.

One Year After Strict Airbnb Regulations Were Enacted, New York Housing Is Still a Mess

Airbnb argues New York's short-term rental law hasn't effectively reduced rent or increased housing availability, contrary to its original intentions.

Airbnb asks NYC to reconsider regulations on short-term rentals By Reuters

Airbnb urges NYC to reconsider stringent short-term rental regulations that harm travelers and have no significant impact on the housing crisis.

One Year After Strict Airbnb Regulations Were Enacted, New York Housing Is Still a Mess

Airbnb argues New York's short-term rental law hasn't effectively reduced rent or increased housing availability, contrary to its original intentions.
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Planning authority says extension to Sutton home built without permission is 'not exempt'

Unauthorized extensions can lead to community disputes and regulatory challenges.
Planning authorities play a crucial role in enforcing development regulations to maintain neighborhood integrity.

Landlords Register Tens of Thousands More Rent-Regulated Apartments Under Threat of Fines

The state law has led to a sharp rise in compliance for registering rent-stabilized apartments due to new hefty penalties.

Austin cuts minimum lot size by more than a third, requiring less land to build a home - Austin Monitor

More homes, less lawn.

Santa Monica City Council Approves New Tenant Protections

Santa Monica City Council approves renter protections
Amendments bring city into compliance with state housing regulations

Time's up for some short-term rentals inB.C. as new housing rules look set to transform scene | CBC News

Nancy Paine's short-term rental business is ending due to new housing regulations in British Columbia.
Business volumes are expected to plummet in January and Paine plans to close her business by May 1.
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