Key information your landlord must give you
From 1 May 2026, landlords must provide tenants with a written summary of key tenancy details. Here’s what it should include:
| Information | What it means |
|---|---|
| Landlord name & address | Who the landlord is and where legal notices can be sent. |
| Tenant names | All tenants listed on the tenancy. |
| Property address | The address of the rented home. |
| Tenancy start date | When you can first move in. |
| Rent amount & due date | How much rent is charged and when it’s payable. |
| Rent increases | Process under Section 13 of the Housing Act 1988. |
| Bills included | Which utilities or services are included in rent or paid separately. |
| Deposit | How much, and which government scheme it’s protected in. |
| Tenant ending tenancy | Minimum notice you must give to leave (usually 2 months). |
| Landlord ending tenancy | Legal grounds and notice required to end the tenancy. |
| Repairs & safety | Your rights to a safe, well-maintained home (including gas, electrical, and structure). |
| Pets | Your right to request a pet and the landlord’s duty to consider. |
| Disability adaptations | Your right to request reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act 2010. |
