Renting
Guidance for landlords and tenants on everything you need to know when renting a property.
Summary
This section has information on types of tenancies, landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities, minimum standards, deposits, wear and tear, security of tenure and subletting.
There is guidance on beginning and ending tenancies as well as setting and reviewing rent.
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Rental Law changes from 1 March 2026
Information on new rental rules in effect from 1 March 2026.
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Types of tenancies
Find information in this section about the different types of tenancy agreements and leases available and what they involve.
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Rights and responsibilities
Information on tenant and landlord rights and responsibilities under legislation.
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Beginning a tenancy
Checklists and templates to help landlords and tenants set their tenancy up for success.
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Setting and reviewing rent
Information on how landlords can set and review rent in an RPZ, in a cost rental and AHB tenancy.
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Ending a tenancy
Information on how landlords and tenants can end a tenancy.