Issue

Rent Convergence

3 stories · discussed at 1 council meeting · 2 councils

A mechanism allowed under the Rent Standard that enables registered providers to increase rents for properties currently let below the calculated 'formula rent' to bring them closer to the formula rent level over time.

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  1. Haringey Council approves rent and service charge hikes Haringey Council has approved rent and service charge increases for the upcoming financial year, a decision aimed at ensuring the long-term financial health of its Housing... Haringey 2 March 2026
  2. Gospel Oak Tenants Could Face Extra Rent Hikes Under New Gov Plan Gospel Oak tenants could see further rent increases on their homes due to a new government plan to allow social housing rents to converge with 'formula rents'. Camden 2 December 2025
  3. Kentish Town Tenants Face Potential Rent and Service Charge Hikes in 2026 Kentish Town residents in council housing may see their rents increase in April 2026, as Camden Council grapples with financial pressures on its Housing Revenue Account (HRA).... Camden 29 November 2025