Statutory guidance

Civil penalties under the Renters' Rights Act 2025 and other housing legislation

This guidance covers the Protection from Eviction Act 1977, Housing Act 1988, Housing Act 2004, Housing and Planning Act 2016, and Renters’ Rights Act 2025.

• From: Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
• Published: 13 November 2025

Applies to England

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Civil penalties under the Renters' Rights Act 2025 and other housing legislation

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This guidance is for local authorities in England who are issuing civil penalties for relevant housing offences. 

A civil penalty is a financial penalty imposed by a local authority on an individual or an organisation.

Published 13 November 2025