EXPLANATORY NOTE

(This note is not part of the Regulations)

Schedule 1 of these Regulations sets out the rules of procedure in respect of proceedings before the First-tier Tribunal for Scotland Housing and Property Chamber (“the First-tier Tribunal”). Part 2 of schedule 1 covers proceedings in respect of homeowners and Part 3 covers proceedings in respect of the private rented housing sector, including landlord applications and assured tenancy references.

Schedule 2 contains forms to be used for certain purposes of the Rent (Scotland) Act 1984 and the Housing (Scotland) Act 1988, and for the purpose of proceedings before the First-tier Tribunal.

Schedule 3 lists instruments that are to be revoked.