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🏛️ Regulatory Insights
Stay updated with the latest rental regulations and best practices to ensure compliance and success.
Right to Rent checks
Every rental must have a valid EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report), renewed every 5 years.
All properties must have an EPC rated E or higher.
Gas Safety Regulations
Annual gas safety inspections are required for any property with gas appliances.
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
🔗 EPC Checker – GOV.UK
Electrical Safety Standards (EICR)
Ensure all tenants have the legal right to reside in the UK.
🔗 Official Guide – GOV.UK
Deposit Protection
Tenant deposits must be protected in a government-approved scheme within 30 days.
How to Rent Guide
Landlords must provide tenants with the latest version of the government’s “How to Rent” guide at the start of the tenancy.
🔗 Download Guide – GOV.UK
🧾 Recent Legislative Updates
**As of April 2025
Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) Reform
Proposed uplift to EPC minimum rating C by 2028.
Portable ‘Lifetime’ Deposits
Proposed system where tenant deposits transfer from one property to another.
Renters Reform Bill
Abolishment of Section 21 'no fault' evictions is expected. Landlords will need legitimate grounds to evict tenants.
Stay tuned to this section for upcoming reforms, implementation dates, and landlord guidance.
Tenant Rights & Responsibilities
Key tenant links and documentation
Maintenance Reporting
Tenants should report disrepair in writing. If ignored, they may contact the local council.
Protection from Unlawful Eviction
Tenants cannot be evicted without a court order (Section 8 or 21 procedures).
Rent Payment & Arrears
Rent should be paid as agreed; tenants can seek help from Shelter or Citizens Advice for financial difficulty.
Best Practices for Compliance
Conduct regular property inspections with written reports.
Use written tenancy agreements (AST) and ensure they are up-to-date with latest legal clauses.
Provide clear contact information for emergencies.
Maintain records of communication, repairs, and safety checks.
Downloadable Legal Resources
Download court-ready, editable documents from our Resource Hub:
Tenancy Agreement Template (AST)
Section 8 & Section 21 Notices
Rent Increase Letter
Tenant Welcome Pack Checklist
Gas Safety and EICR Templates
Visit the Resource Hub
Dispute Resolution and Tribunals
TDS Dispute Resolution – Free service if your deposit is protected with TDS.
First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) – Used to challenge rent increases or resolve disputes over housing conditions.
First-tier Tribunal – GOV.UK
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