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Landlord Legislation
Renter's Rights Bill

As a landlord, staying informed about legal changes is crucial to protecting your investments and maintaining positive tenant relationships. The Renters' Rights Act 2025 introduces significant reforms aimed at transforming the private rental sector. At Longsons Estate Agents, we understand the challenges these changes may bring, and we’re here to guide you through them. Here’s what you need to know:



  • 1

  • Abolition of Section 21 Evictions

    • All tenancies will now be periodic, providing tenants with greater security.
    • Landlords must use specific grounds for possession, ensuring fairness.
  • 2

  • New Private Rented Sector Landlord Ombudsman

    • Mandatory membership for all landlords.
    • Offers free, impartial resolution for tenant complaints.
  • 3

  • Private Rented Sector Database

    • Mandatory membership for all landlords.
    • Offers free, impartial resolution for tenant complaints..
  • 4

  • Decent Homes Standard

    • Ensures all rental properties meet safety and quality standards.
    • Local councils empowered to enforce compliance.
  • 5

  • Prohibition of Rental Discrimination

    • Illegal to discriminate against tenants with children or those receiving benefits.
  • 6

  • Stronger Security for Tenants

    • Tenants can challenge excessive rent increases.
    • Enhanced rights to request pets in rental properties.
  • 7

  • Awaab’s Law

    • Mandates swift action on serious hazards like damp and mould.
  • 8

  • Ban on Rental Bidding

    • Landlords must advertise a fixed rent and cannot accept bids above this rate..


What This Means for You as a Landlord?



Greater Accountability

 Landlords are now required to meet higher standards of property maintenance and tenant care. This includes adhering to the Decent Homes Standard and addressing hazards like damp and d under Awaab’s Law. These measures ensure that properties remain safe, habitable, and attractive to tenants.

Streamlined Tenancy Structures

 Abolishing Section 21 evictions provides tenants with greater stability, encouraging investment in their homes and communities. For landlords, this leads to fewer tenancy turnovers, reduced void periods, and predictable rental income, while still allowing them to regain properties when necessary for selling or personal use.

Fair Rent Adjustments

Tenants now have the right to challenge excessive rent increases, ensuring rents remain aligned with market rates. For landlords, this creates a more transparent process, reducing disputes and fostering trust. By setting fair rents, landlords can attract and retain reliable tenants, minimising void periods and turnover costs.

New Compliance Requirements

 Landlords must register on the Private Rented Sector Database and join the new Landlord Ombudsman Service. These steps not only ensure compliance but also provide access to resources and support to help landlords navigate the new system.

Rental Opportunities

The updated rent review process ensures transparency and fairness, reducing the risk of disputes. Landlords can still adjust rents annually to reflect market conditions, while tenants gain confidence in the process, fostering a more positive landlord-tenant relationship.




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