May 26, 2026
How will the Renters’ Rights Act 2026 affect landlords?
As many Landlords will be aware, the Renters’ Rights Act 2026 (‘the Act’) came into force on 1st May 2026 bringing with it lots of changes. The most well-known impact of the Act was the removal of a Landlord’s right to ‘no fault’ eviction, known as section 21 evictions.
However, in addition to this, the Act has also imposed on Landlords, some further requirements in terms of paperwork that they must supply to every tenant.
Paperwork requirements for existing tenancies
For all existing tenancies created before 1st May 2026, Landlords must provide their tenants with a copy of the ‘The Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet 2026’. This must be done before 31st May 2026 or Landlords risk a fine of up to £7,000. A copy of this sheet can be accessed via this link.
What information must be included for new tenancies?
For new tenancies entered into after 1st May Landlords must provide tenants with a written statement about key terms of the tenancy. This can be included within the tenancy agreement and must include the following details. Again, a Landlord can be fined up to £7000 if this information if not included:
- Landlord(s) name and address
- Tenant(s) name(s)
- Property address
- Tenancy start date
- Rent amount and when it is due
- Rent increases
- Bills
- Deposit
- Tenant ending the tenancy
- Landlord ending the tenancy
- Giving prior notice
- Fitness for human habitation
- Repairs to the property
- Electrical safety regulations
- Gas safety regulations
- Disability Adaptations
- Pets
- Supported Accommodation
A guide to the required information prepared by the Government, can be found via this link.