Improving the private rented sector: case studies

We strongly believe that case studies can help stimulate discussion about the options for tackling the problems in the private rented sector that will improve the health and well-being of tenants.

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The three aims of the case studies are to:

  • illustrate the opportunities and challenges faced by councils and their partners
  • highlight the geographical diversity of the private rented sector including policy and practice responses
  • encourage innovative thinking through lesson learning.

We strongly believe that case studies can help stimulate discussion about the options for tackling the problems in the private rented sector that will improve the health and well-being of tenants.


Nevertheless, despite this diversity, there are ten themes that emerge from the case studies. These are: 


Case studies

The case studies have been selected based on three considerations. Firstly, they have been drawn from a wide range of types of authorities and regions. Secondly, they illustrate the diversity of issues and responses. Thirdly, and pragmatically, there is their willingness to participate.

In total, there are twelve district and unitary local authority case studies. In addition, there is a city region case study – Greater Manchester. Decent and Safe Homes (DASH) East Midlands is also included as a case study and is an independent regional organisation that is associated with Derby City Council.