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Forms for landlords and/or tenants to propose action relating to tenancy agreements.
Building regulation in England covering fire safety matters within and around buildings.
This guide is for people who are looking for a house or flat to rent.
If you have downloaded a copy of this guidance, please check you have the…
Building regulation in England to ensure that people are able to access and use buildings and their facilities.
The Renters’ Rights Act will change laws about renting. The new rules will apply on or after 1 May 2026. This guidance will help private rented sector landlords and letting agents prepare. These rules will apply to Private …
This prospectus outlines the Ending Homelessness in Communities Fund, eligibility, and how applications will be assessed.
Building regulation in England setting standards for the energy performance of new and existing buildings.
This guide explains what written information landlords will need to give to their tenants in the future.
A model tenancy agreement for use in the private rented sector where a shorthold tenancy is being entered into, and accompanying guidance.
This guidance lists all the reasons or grounds and notice periods for landlords and letting agents if they are considering ending a tenancy.
Building regulation in England covering the buildings users protection from falling, collision and impact in and around the building.
Details of support granted to local authorities that have requested Exceptional Financial Support for the financial year 2026-27.
Building regulation in England for the ventilation requirements to maintain indoor air quality.
Explains the legislation governing Tree Preservation Orders and tree protection in conservation areas.
Guidance on householder permitted development rights, which allow improvement and extension of homes without the need to make a planning application.
If a landlord wants to increase the rent on a property, they must follow the rules in this guide.
This guide explains to a landlord what to do if they need their tenant to leave.
A summary of the measures in the Renters’ Rights Act which received Royal Assent on 27 October 2025.
This guide explains the process a landlord must take when they served an eviction notice before 1 May 2026.
This guide covers what a landlord needs to do when their tenant asks to keep a pet.
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