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Report maintenance Renters’ Rights Bill (Key Amendments)
What Landlords Need to Know
Back in April, we published a breakdown of the Renters’ Right Bills (RRB), helping landlords get ahead of the coming changes. Since then, several key amendments have been proposed. While the core of the Bill remains the same, these updates bring important changes – particularly around student lets, pets and possession ground.
What’s New in the Renters’ Rights Bill?
Pet Deposits Now Allowed
Landlords will now be able to request a 3-week pet deposit in addition to the standard 5-week security deposit. This provides a safety net for potential damage without breaching deposit cap rules.
But: landlords can no longer require tenants to take out pet insurance or reimburse the cost of a policy.
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Selling Your Property? Shorter Re-Let Restriction
Read MoreThe 12-month re-let restriction (after regaining possession to sell) has been reduced to 6 months, giving landlords more flexibility.
To use this ground (Ground 1a), you’ll still need to prove fair marketing and show that no suitable offers were turned down, keeping things transparent and fair.
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New Possession Ground for Live-in Carers
Read MoreA new Ground 8a has been introduced for when a landlord, or their family needs the property for a live-in carer. This applies in situations where the care cannot reasonably be provided elsewhere and adds another tool for landlords with personal needs tied to the property.
Student Lets: Broader Ground for Possession
The updated Ground 4a now applies to all student properties, not just HMOs. That means more landlords with student tenants can reply on this route to regain possession for the next academic year.
Joint Tenancies: Consent Now Required for Notice to Quit
If one tenant in a joint tenancy wants to serve a notice to quit, or agrees to shorten/withdraw it, all tenants will now need to give their consent. This change ensures that no tenant is forced out without the full group’s agreement.
Councils Entry Without Notice
Local councils will be able to enter rental properties without notifying the landlord, if they suspect a breach of the upcoming new database rules.
This underscores the importance of ensuring your compliance is airtight and that your property is properly registered once the system is live.
Supporting You Through Change
As always, we’re here to guide you through the changes and help keep your property compliant.
