Welcome to the PDPLA
We are an association of local landlords which aims to represent, educate and inform its members. We meet monthly to learn and share information important to local landlords and we represent our members needs and concerns to local and national government. There are approximately 4,000 private landlords in Portsmouth and this doubles when you add in the surrounding area – this is a large group of people, yet historically we are an easy target for the press, for regulation and for taxation. We cannot promise to change that, but together, we can try.
Chairman, PDPLA
PDPLA offers its members
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Monthly Meetings
- Guest Specialist Speakers
- Network with Fellow Landlords
- Support from Experienced Landlords
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Monthly Newsletters
Monthly Newsletters
News, views and advice direct to your inbox
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Up-to-date Information
Up-to-date Information
News, blogs and articles that relate to our sector
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A Range of Education Courses
A Range of Education Courses
Members benefit from training and eductaion courses and talks.
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Use of PAT testing equipment
Use of PAT testing equipment
Members can borrow a number of items.
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Use of InfraRed camera equipment
Use of Infra-Red camera equipment
Members can borrow a number of items.
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Quality Letting Guides & Resources
Quality Letting Guides & Resources
Shared quides and spreadsheets to help your managment workfolw
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Ask Email Questions to all Members
Ask Email Questions to all Members
The image below is an example of the Questions@ facility
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Comprehensive Landlord Insurance
Comprehensive Landlord Insurance
The power of pooled purchasing power... another great PDPLA deal
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Landlord Hyperfast Broadband Service
Landlord Hyperfast Broadband Service
The power of pooled purchasing power... another great PDPLA deal
- Free Tax Investigation Insurance
- Professional Contacts
- Members Working for Your Interests
- Local Representation
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Networking Breakfasts
Networking Breakfasts
Join us for breakfast and informal networking and discussion
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Recommended Traders
Recommended Traders
Members can share and search recommended suppliers that have been suggested by other mebers.
- Trader’s Discounts
- Landlord ‘Buddies’ Scheme
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Weekly Accommodation Wanted List
Weekly Accommodation Wanted List
You can opt in to receive weekly requests from renters looking for a property
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Code of Practice
Association Rules
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Venture Tower To Become Student Hall
A planning application (24/01089) has been submitted to convert Venture Tower to a 97 room student hall. We see this as a speculative application as Savills seek a buyer for the derelict property.
PDPLA Landlord Insurance
There have been a couple of questions from members this month about our relationship with Alan Boswell Insurance Brokers – how much is the discount, why should we use, etc.The short answer is because the PDPLA depends on you doing so and, if you don't, we will need to charge membership fees but for the full detail, read on…
UK Renters’ Rights Bill: The Day The World Changed
Labour promised change - and the proposed Renters Rights bill will certainly change the private rental sector.
In 1989, the 'Buy to Let' market was created with the introduction of the AST (Assured Shorthold Tenancy) which gave mortgage companies the confidence to lend as possession could be easily regained and properties valued and sold empty. This was driven by the need to create a private rental sector to balance the falling investment in social housing alongside loss of stock.
The 2025 Renters, Rights Bill will have a similar and equally drastic impact as it seeks to swing the balance back toward the pre-1989 era where a rented property was a tenant's home for as long as the tenant wanted it to be. As a landlord, you will have to adapt or, if you choose not to – you need to sell before the Bill becomes law next summer.
Sarah Goodwin, property professional and PDPLA committee member has been through the small print of the bill and explains what it all means…