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  “As Built & Handover Information: requirements” An Industry Task and Finish Group convened by CLC Building Safety Group, Portfolio 4: Building Occupation and industry technical experts BIM in Asset Management are pleased to announce the publication of their guidance regarding the Occupied Sector’s expectations for accurate, trustworthy and complete…

By Alex Vail The most successful operators are unlikely to begin with futuristic concepts or experimental technology. They are far more likely to start by solving everyday operational frustrations. As I discovered while researching my book, Data Culture, one of the most persistent myths surrounding AI is…

Most BTR operators are still debating AI strategy. The reality is that AI may already be influencing resident communications, maintenance decisions, pricing recommendations and operational reporting across their businesses. The governance challenge has arrived earlier than many realise. For several years, discussions about artificial intelligence in Build to Rent…

Love to Rent Week will return from 28 September to 4 October, following a 56% increase in website leads during last year’s campaign, with a new initiative set to highlight the breadth of careers across the Build to Rent sector.   Love to Rent Week, the annual campaign bringing…

What BTR, Co-living and PBSA developers need to know about energy security For developers of Build-to-Rent, Co-living and Purpose-Built Student Accommodation, sustainability is no longer simply a planning consideration. It has become a key driver of investment decisions, resident demand and long-term asset performance. Today’s residential schemes…

The ARL is pleased to announce The Foundation as a new member. The Foundation is a customer-led growth consultancy, founded in 1999, with its headquarters in London. For more than 25 years, we have partnered with some of the world’s most ambitious organisations to turn customer-led intent into real commercial…

The ARL is pleased to announce Morro as a new member.  Scape Operations Ltd (T/A Morro) is a co-living residential brand founded by an experienced global team with a proven track record across design, development, finance, and operations. Their integrated approach gives them full control over the quality and character…

The ARL is pleased to announce Lumya Living as a new member.  LUMYA Living is a pan-European residential operator specialising in purpose-built student accommodation, co-living, micro-living and serviced apartments. Founded in 2016 and rebranded from LUMIS Student Living in 2025, LUMYA operates communities across the United Kingdom, Germany and Austria,…

The ARL is pleased to announce AREA as a new member. Alternative Real Estate Advisors Limited (AREA)is a niche specialist real estate consultancy, offering depth of knowledge, experience, and attention to detail at all stages of the lifecycle for alternative assets. AREA delivers three core service lines: investment advisory, operational…