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Information on proposals in the Renters (Reform) Bill to abolish section 21 'no fault' evictions and deliver a simpler, more secure tenancy structure.
Information relating to the Renters (Reform) Bill which was introduced to Parliament on 17 May 2023.
Information on how the Renters (Reform) Bill supports responsible pet owners in the private rented sector.
Renting a room in your home out - Rent a Room Scheme, types of tenancy or licence, rent, bills, tax and ending a letting
Private renting as a tenant - repairs, rent increases and arrears, settling disputes, deposits and your rights and responsibilities.
Landlords need to follow certain procedures when evicting tenants - find out about eviction notices, harassment and illegal evictions, and going to court
As a tenant renting out a commercial property, you have certain responsibilities including maintenance, health and safety, and making provisions for your staff and visitors
Landlord responsibilities when renting out your property, including making repairs, health and safety, increasing the rent and changing regulated tenancies.
You must check that a tenant or lodger can legally rent your residential property in England.
A collection of guidance to help landlords, homeowners and letting agents carry out correct right to rent checks and avoid civil penalties.
Information on the introduction of a new Private Rented Sector Database in the Renters (Reform) Bill to support the future digital Privately Rented Property Portal service.
Information on the Renters (Reform) Bill requirement for all private landlords who rent out property in England to join a government approved redress scheme.
A tenancy agreement is a contract between you and a landlord - ending a tenancy, changing a tenancy, tenancy types and assured shorthold tenancies
Find out how to prove your right to rent in England to a landlord. Get an online share code to prove your right to rent if you’re eligible or check what documents you can use instead.
Find out how tenants and letting agents in the UK pay tax on behalf of landlords abroad under the Non-resident Landlord (NRL) Scheme.
How to rent privately, including your rights and responsibilities.
Information for landlords in England on tenant eviction: assured shorthold tenancies, including eviction notices, Section 21, Section 8, accelerated possession, possession orders, bailiffs
Guidance on how to apply for an electric vehicle chargepoint grant if you rent any residential property or own a flat.
Once-in-a-generation reforms will deliver safer, fairer and higher quality homes.
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