What legal grounds do UK councils have to ban landlords and take control of rental properties, and what are the implications for buy-to-let investors?
Quick Answer
UK councils have legal grounds to ban landlords and take control of properties primarily through banning orders for severe housing offenses and Empty Dwelling Management Orders (EDMOs) for long-term vacant homes, directly affecting property investors' operational autonomy and asset security.
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UK councils can ban landlords for housing offenses & take control of properties with EDMOs. Understand the legal grounds, financial impact, and how to avoid intervention.
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