Private Renting

Key information your landlord must give you

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.