Sublet Property (Offences) Bill

A Bill to make the breach of certain rules relating to sub-letting rented accommodation a criminal offence; to make provision for criminal sanctions in respect of unauthorised sub-letting; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Sir Christopher ChopeConservative

Last Updated

7 December 2018

In Plain English

AI-generated

The Bill would make it a criminal offence to breach specified sub-letting rules in rented homes and would create criminal penalties for unauthorised sub-letting. It also covers related matters connected to how sub-letting is enforced. In short, people who sub-let illegally or in breach of tenancy rules could face criminal sanctions.

Key Points

Creates criminal offences for breaches of sub-letting rules in rented accommodation
Introduces criminal penalties for unauthorised sub-letting
Covers enforcement and related issues connected to sub-letting
Applies to relevant tenancy and housing arrangements and enforcement mechanisms
Sponsored by Sir Christopher Chope and currently at the second reading in the House of Commons

Progress

The Bill is at the second reading stage in the House of Commons and has not yet progressed to committee stage.

Who is affected?

Tenants who sub-let or may sub-let rented accommodationSub-tenants occupying sub-let propertiesLandlords and letting agents managing rented propertiesHousing associations and other social landlordsLocal authorities and housing enforcement bodies tasked with enforcing sub-letting rulesResidents living in properties where sub-letting arrangements exist

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Sublet Property (Offences)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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