The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 represents the most significant reform of England’s private rented sector in over four decades. With key provisions coming into effect from May 2026, both landlords and tenants will experience substantial changes to tenancy management, rental arrangements, and dispute resolution.

To help navigate these changes, we have created a comprehensive downloadable PDF that details all critical dates, requirements, and actions you need to take.

What’s included

Our guide consolidates all the essential information from the Act in an easy-to-follow format. Key topics include:

Eviction and Tenancy Changes

  • Ban on Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions
  • Abolition of fixed-term ASTs, replaced with open-ended tenancies
  • Restrictions on in-year rent increases and rental bidding wars

Deposit and Tenancy Documentation

  • Deposit caps at one month’s rent
  • Requirement to provide written tenancy summaries to tenants

Enforcement and Compliance

  • Enhanced council enforcement powers
  • New dispute resolution processes through the Private Landlord Ombudsman
  • Mandatory landlord registration via the PRS database

Long-term Housing Standards

  • Future implementation of the Decent Homes Standard to raise minimum property standards

Who can benefit

The guide is designed for:

  • Landlords: Stay compliant with the new legal requirements and plan ahead for tenancy agreements, rent management, and eviction rules.
  • Tenants: Understand your rights and protections, including security against unfair eviction and deposit limits.
  • Letting Agents and Property Managers: Streamline processes to align with new legislation and support clients effectively.
  • This resource complements our main article on the Renters’ Rights Act, providing a handy reference for practical use.

Why Download the PDF

  • By downloading this guide, you can:
  • Keep all key dates and deadlines in one place
  • Access clear explanations of new tenancy rules
  • Prepare your properties and tenancy agreements for compliance
  • Get ahead of potential disputes before they arise

Ensure you’re fully prepared for the Renters’ Rights Act 2025. Download the PDF now to have all key dates and compliance guidance at your fingertips.

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