Prepare for The Renters Rights Act May 2026 - Brighton Inventories can help you!
Prepare for The Renters Rights Act May 2026 - Brighton Inventories can help you!
From May 2026, the Renters Rights Act will introduce significant changes to how private tenancies operate in England. With the removal of Section 21 evictions and stronger enforcement, landlords will need clear, professional documentation to protect themselves.
Brighton Inventories detailed inventory reports help landlords prepare by:
As regulations tighten, informal or lightly detailed inventories may no longer offer sufficient protection.
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 brings significant changes to the private rented sector in England, aiming to give tenants greater protection while increasing responsibility and oversight for landlords and letting agents. The Act removes no-fault evictions, changes how tenancies operate, and introduces stronger standards for property conditions and fair treatment.
Most of the reforms will take effect from 1 May 2026, applying to both new and existing tenancies.
No-Fault Evictions Removed
Landlords will no longer be able to evict tenants without a valid reason. Section 21 is abolished, and possession claims must be made using lawful grounds under Section 8.
Changes to Tenancy Agreements
Fixed-term tenancies will be phased out and replaced with periodic (rolling) agreements, offering tenants more flexibility while maintaining lawful routes for landlords to regain possession.
Limits on Rent Increases
Rent increases will be restricted to once per year and must be issued with the required notice period.
Ban on Rental Bidding
Landlords and agents will be prohibited from requesting or accepting rent offers above the advertised amount.
Protection Against Discrimination
Refusing tenants because they have children or receive benefits will be unlawful.
Right to Request Pets
Tenants will have the right to request a pet. Landlords can only refuse where there is a reasonable and justifiable reason.
Decent Homes Standard Introduced
The Decent Homes Standard will apply to the private rented sector. Under Awaab’s Law, landlords must address hazards such as damp and mould within strict timeframes.
Increased Landlord Accountability
A Private Rented Sector database and a new Landlord Ombudsman will be introduced to improve regulation, transparency, and dispute resolution.
Restrictions on Upfront Payments
Landlords will be limited to requesting one month’s rent in advance and a deposit, payable only after the tenancy agreement has been signed.
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