The Build-to-Rent market has faced unique challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic this year. During lockdown, the industry suddenly became responsible for the health and happiness of people living their entire lives out of one building. While some residents have returned to work, many remain working from home, and social distancing practices are … [Read more...]
A chance for PBSA to get involved in ‘protective bubble’ housing
Coronavirus has been devastating for students, universities and private sector student housing over the last few months. The exponential rise in cases in the UK in March set off chaos across the board, with students fleeing universities to head home. This has had huge impacts on the private rental market, with the National Code estimating that … [Read more...]
COVID-19: Mitigating Legionella Risk in Student Accommodation
Water Hygiene may not be at the forefront of property managements’ attention in light of the ever-evolving changes to our businesses necessitated by COVID-19. It may not be the most exhilarating topic (some may even find it a little “dry”), but it remains important, especially given the unexpectedly low occupancy numbers in many PBSA … [Read more...]