Awaab's Law deadline calculator
For social landlords and their contractors: enter the date you became aware of a damp & mould hazard to see the statutory deadlines that apply in the social rented sector in England from27 October 2025 — investigation, written summary and make-safe, with the 24-hour emergency track.
Hazard details
The clock starts when the landlord first becomes aware of the potential hazard.
Working days exclude weekends. England & Wales bank holidays are also excluded under the guidance — add any that fall within the window. This tool is for planning only and is not legal advice.
Scope & sources
Awaab's Law gives statutory force to repair timescales via the implied term in section 10A of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, inserted by the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023. The timescales above came into force for the social rented sector in England on 27 October 2025, initially covering emergency hazards and damp & mould. Further hazard categories are phased in during 2026, with the remaining HHSRS hazards (except overcrowding) following in 2027. The government has confirmed the framework will be extended to the private rented sector through the Renters' Rights Act.
Sources: GOV.UK — Awaab's Law: guidance for social landlords and the 27 October 2025 announcement. See also the statutory timeline explained and our Awaab's Law overview.
Knowing the deadline is half the duty. Proving you met it is the other half.
HousingSurvey Pro attaches this statutory clock to the work order and captures a dated, geo-stamped, tamper-evident record at every stage — investigation, written summary, make-safe — so the timeline isn't just tracked, it's evidenced.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Awaab's Law timescales for damp and mould?
From 27 October 2025, social landlords in England must investigate a significant damp and mould hazard within 10 working days of becoming aware, provide a written summary of findings within 3 working days of the investigation ending, and make the property safe within 5 working days of the investigation. Emergency hazards must be made safe within 24 hours.
What counts as an emergency hazard under Awaab's Law?
An emergency hazard is one that presents an imminent and significant risk of harm — for example a serious leak, electrical danger, gas safety issue or risk of collapse. These must be investigated and made safe as soon as reasonably practicable and within 24 hours.
Does Awaab's Law apply to private landlords?
The 27 October 2025 timescales apply to the social rented sector in England. The government has confirmed the Renters' Rights Act will extend Awaab's Law to the private rented sector, with further hazards phased in during 2026 and 2027.
Working days exclude weekends; England & Wales bank holidays are also excluded under the guidance — add any that fall within the window. This tool is for planning only and is not legal advice. Statutory timescales are being phased in by hazard type — always confirm current requirements with your compliance team.