Renting woes? Talk to the experts

Anyone who rents a property and wants to find out more about their rights can attend an open day on Monday 26 October.

The drop-in event has been organised by the Exeter Private Rental Forum and will be held in Bedford Square, Princesshay, between 11am and 2pm.

A stall will provide details of what resources are available to people who rent, and where to turn to for help and advice if there are problems. There will be information on tenant’s rights, responsibilities and general housing advice.

Housing experts from the Citizen’s Advice Bureau, Young Devon, Exeter City Council’s Housing Advice, and the charity Plymouth Access to Housing (PATH) will be available to answer any queries. Free information and resource sheets for tenants will be available to take away.

Exeter Private Rental Forum is a partnership of key housing organisations in Exeter who are dedicated to improving standards of private rented properties.

Cllr Morris, Lead Councillor for Customer Access, said: "The number of people renting privately is growing as house prices increase and social housing reduces. The lack of supply of housing also means the cost of renting in the private sector has increased. The Exeter Private Rental Forum aims to support and inform local tenants to give them a better understanding of their rights and responsibilities, and also where to go for information and advice if things go wrong."