Tenants' rights and responsibilities
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The rights and responsibilities of people who rent from private landlords or approved housing bodies. -
In general, tenants are legally entitled to a rent book, which records the rent paid and must contain specific information. -
The rules that private landlords and approved housing bodies must comply with when ending a residential tenancy. -
Landlords are legally obliged to ensure that their properties comply with minimum physical standards as set out in Regulations. -
This document explains the position of tenants who live in their landlord's home. There are different rules, depending on whether or not your accommodation is self-contained. -
Security of tenure is a tenant’s right to stay in rented accommodation for a set amount of time. -
There are detailed rules governing the review and raising of private rents.This document is in: Landlords' rights and responsibilities