Your Complete Guide to the New Tenant & Landlord Rules
Understand your rights, responsibilities, and the legal changes shaping the future of UK renting.
What the 2026 Act Means for You
The Renters’ Rights Act introduces the most significant reforms in a generation. Whether you're a tenant or landlord, these changes affect how contracts work, how rent is increased, and how disputes are resolved.
Your New Rights as a Tenant
1. Stronger Protection From Eviction
No‑fault evictions (Section 21) have been abolished. Tenants can only be evicted under strengthened Section 8 grounds.
2. Fair Rent Increases
Landlords must follow the new “Form 4A” process. Rent bidding wars are now illegal.
3. Right to Request Pets
Tenants can request pets, and landlords must provide a valid reason to refuse.
4. Mandatory Periodic Tenancies
Fixed‑term ASTs are replaced with rolling tenancies for greater flexibility.
What Landlords Must Now Do
- Provide compliant digital tenancy agreements
- Follow the new rent increase procedure
- Ensure insurance and safety checks meet 2026 standards
- Respond to pet requests with valid reasoning
- Use updated legal notices for possession
How We Support Tenants & Landlords
Our compliance team ensures every tenancy meets the new legal framework, protecting both parties and reducing disputes.
Digital Contracts
Fully compliant, auto‑updated agreements.
Legal Notice Handling
We manage Section 8 notices and possession routes.
Rent Review Support
We handle Form 4A submissions and yield optimisation.
Need Help Understanding Your Rights?
Our compliance specialists can review your tenancy or portfolio and ensure everything meets the 2026 standards.
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