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Student Landlords

See also, Student Lets and the Renters’ Rights Act

If you are a student landlord (the property is let as a house in multiple occupation, with at least three people, at least two of whom are unrelated and all the tenants meet the ‘student test’), you are required to provide your tenant with prior notice that you may end their tenancy in preparation for a new intake of students (Ground 4a).

For tenancy agreements signed after 1st May 2026 (Assured Periodic Tenancy agreements), the APT should include the prior notice requirement.

For tenancy agreements signed before 1st May 2026 (Assured Shorthold Tenancy agreements), the AST will not have the prior notice requirement. This must be provided to the tenant by 31st May 2026, along with The Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet 2026.

Free templates:

Ground 4a Written Statement

Email to Students (to use in conjunction with the Ground 4a Written Statement)

 

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Student Lets and the Renters’ Rights Act

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 brings about a number of changes, but student landlords will be particularly affected by the ban on fixed terms, removal of Section 21 and prohibition of rent being paid in advance. The Act does make some provisions for student landlords who will require possession of their property, ready for the… Continue Reading

How to Increase your Tenant’s Rent

– ARCHIVED CONTENT – This article relates to previous legislation and has been superseded by the Renters’ Rights Act. It is retained for reference only and may not reflect current legal requirements. We recommend checking our newer content for current guidance. We’ve seen an unprecedented rise in rents in the past year or so, and… Continue Reading

Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreements

– ARCHIVED CONTENT – This article relates to previous legislation and has been superseded by the Renters’ Rights Act. It is retained for reference only and may not reflect current legal requirements. We recommend checking our newer content for current guidance. A assured shorthold tenancy agreement (AST) is a contract between a landlord and tenant.… Continue Reading

New Tenancy Guide

– ARCHIVED CONTENT – This article relates to previous legislation and has been superseded by the Renters’ Rights Act. It is retained for reference only and may not reflect current legal requirements. We recommend checking our newer content for current guidance. It can be tricky to remember everything you need to do when you have… Continue Reading