Government proposals to cap ground rents paid by leaseholders at £250 a year would "seriously damage investor confidence in the UK housing market" and risk unnecessary economic harm unless reviewed, property industry leaders warn.
Government's £250 ground rent cap will 'undermine UK investment', experts warn
Labour Party argues cap could save some households more than £4,000 over the course of their lease
By Luke Haynes
CoStar NewsJanuary 27, 2026 | 3:02 P.M.
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