Under the new Act, all current Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs) will automatically convert to Assured Tenancies. This means any fixed end date within your tenancy agreement will no longer apply. Example; If a fixed-term tenancy was agreed from 15 April 2025 to 14 April 2026, that end date will no longer stand. The tenancy will instead continue until either the landlord or the tenant ends it in accordance with the new Act

Landlords can still end a tenancy, but they must have a valid reason and use a Section 8 Notice with Prescribed Grounds The Section 21 Notice (no-fault eviction) will no longer be permitted. You may seek possession if, for example:  The tenant is in breach of the agreement (e.g. rent arrears). You intend to sell the property/ You or a close family member wish to move into the property

You' will need to provide at least 4 months' notice, and the tenancy must have been in place for a minimum of one year before the notice expires. Possession can also be sought once a tenant is three months or more in arrears

Tenants will be required to give 2 months' notice when they wish to end their tenancy. The notice must align with the end of a rent period. This rule will apply to all tenancies from the date of implementation, regardless of any fixed term agreed before hand

Yes you can still increase rent yet just once per year in line with market value and by giving tenants 2 months' notice with the current paperwork. Please note that any automatic rent increase clauses within existing agreements will no longer be enforceable once the Act takes effect

The minimum Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating for rental properties in England and Wales is planned to increase from 'E' to 'C' by 2028 for new tenancies and 2030 for existing tenancies

Regulations have been updated to provide flexibility in the timing of annual checks and to clarify rules for carbon monoxide (CO) alarms in rental properties. Key changes include allowing landlords to complete annual gas safety checks up to two months early while retaining the original due date, and new rules require CO alarms in any habitable room with a fixed fuel-burning appliance, with checks to ensure they are working through the tenancy

The maximum penalty for non-compliance has increased from £30,000 to £40,000. Landlords now have a legal defence against prosecution if they can prove the tenant refused access for an inspection. Council's duty: Local authorities now have a duty to serve remedial notices when an EICR indicates the property is failing to meet standards.

If a tenant disagrees with the proposed increase, Simon & Co Lettings will aim to negotiate a fair outcome for both parties. If no agreement is reached, the tenant may apply to the First-tier Tribunal for a formal determination. The application must be made before the Section 13 Notice expires. The increase won't take effect until the Tribunal's decision, although new provisions may allow the government to decide whether the increase applies from the notice expiry or the Tribunal's ruling

No. Under the new rules, landlords are prohibited from inviting or accepting offers above the advertised rent. This makes it more important than ever to ensure your property is marketed at the correct price from the outset

No. Rent can only be collected after the tenancy agreement is signed and cannot exceed one month's rent. If a tenant has already paid rent in advance before the Act comes into force, you will not be required to refund it

Not necessarily. Landlords may refuse permission for tenants to keep pets, but refusals must be reasonable and justifiable. If a tenant disputes your decision, the matter may be referred to the Ombudsman. Additionally, landlords will no longer be able to require tenants to obtain or pay for pet insurance

All landlords will be required to register with an ombudsman scheme and a national landlord database. These measures are designed to increase transparency and accountability, and similar systems already operate successfully in Wales and Scotland. Further details will follow, though it's unlikely the schemes will be active for sometime

Yes. The Act builds upon existing regulations to establish clear standards for property condition, maintenance, and repair. When Awaab's Law is introduced, landlords and agents will be required to address damp, mould, and condensation issues effectively, ensuring all homes are safe and well maintained