Issue 139 Online Now

October 3, 2025
by Vikki Morlang
News On the Block

Issue 139 of News on the Block has now been published and is available for subscribers to read online.

In this issue, we shine a spotlight on the Build to Rent (BTR) Sector, a rapidly evolving area within the residential property management and leasehold landscape. As demand for professionally managed, high-quality rental housing continues to grow, the BTR and PRS markets are becoming central to the future of urban living.

This feature explores the unique challenges and opportunities presented by these sectors. Whether you're a developer, managing agent, legal adviser, or service provider, this is your space to share insight, innovation, and experience in a sector that’s reshaping the way we think about renting in the UK.

Articles in the feature include:

  • Build to Rent and the key to long term success

  • Why competence and compliance protect profit

  • How surveyors view Build to Rent

  • What does the Energy Act 2023 mean for BTR?

  • Build to Rent meets Build to Regulate

Some of the other articles in this issue include: 

  • Remediation works given government funding boost

  • All you need to know about compartmentation surveys

  • How facilities management is key to green BTR homes

  • The hidden hazards of dirty waste chutes

  • Are you ready for new legislation to improve evacuation procedures in high-rise residential buildings?

  • Supporting people in our properties

  • Getting the most from your energy partner

  • The changing face of building safety

  • Commonhold is a door of opportunity

To read this issue now please click here.

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