What key actions must landlords take regarding student lets and HMOs?

Landlords, agents, and portfolio managers engaged in student lettings should take three main actions: 1) Review all student tenancy documentation to ensure compliance with periodic tenancy requirements (effective 1st May 2026); 2) Assess whether the Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) exemption applies to specific properties to retain academic-cycle fixed terms; and 3) Understand the conditions of Ground 4A to ensure lawful and effective possession strategies.