Landlord Address Notification (Section 48)

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Landlord Address Notification (Section 48)

Legal requirement to provide a landlord address in England or Wales for service of notices

Landlord Handbook
Updated 15 March 2026
England & Wales
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Legal Requirement

Under Section 48 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987, landlords must provide tenants with an address in England or Wales at which notices (including legal proceedings) may be served. Until this is provided, no rent is lawfully due.

Notice of Landlord's Address for Service

To: [Tenant's full name(s)]
At: [Property address]

I/We, [Landlord's full name], hereby give you notice pursuant to Section 48 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 that the address at which notices (including notices in proceedings) may be served on me/us is:

[Landlord's address in England or Wales]

This address may be used for all correspondence and for the service of any legal notices relating to the tenancy of the above property.

When to Provide This Notice

  • At the start of every tenancy — include with the tenancy agreement
  • When the landlord's address changes during the tenancy
  • When a new managing agent is appointed
  • With any rent demand if not already provided

Important Points

  • The address must be in England or Wales — a PO Box is not sufficient
  • It can be the landlord's home address, a solicitor's address, or a managing agent's address
  • Until this notice is provided, the tenant is not obliged to pay rent
  • Rent withheld during this period is not treated as arrears
  • Keep a copy of this notice and proof of service

Proof of Service

This notice was served on [date] by [method: hand delivery / first class post / email with read receipt] to the tenant(s) at the property address above.

Landlord/Agent signature: _________________________ Date: ___________

Legal Note: Failure to provide a Section 48 notice means rent is not lawfully due until the notice is given. Always provide this at the start of a tenancy and whenever your address changes.

Disclaimer

Guidance only. Landlord Handbook provides practical information to help landlords understand their responsibilities. It is not legal or financial advice. Always check the latest GOV.UK guidance and seek professional advice where appropriate.

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