Tenant Information Sheet
Mandatory document required under the Renters' Rights Act. Must be provided to all existing tenants by 31 May 2026 and to new tenants at the start of every tenancy.
Updated: 1 April 2026
Mandatory from 31 May 2026. Failure to provide the Tenant Information Sheet is a civil penalty offence under the Renters' Rights Act.
Tenant Information Sheet
From 31 May 2026, all landlords must provide a Tenant Information Sheet to every tenant. This is a legal requirement under the Renters' Rights Act.
What It Covers:
- Landlord name and contact details
- Property address and description
- Rent amount, payment date, and method
- Deposit amount and protection scheme details
- Tenancy start date and periodic terms
- Repair and maintenance responsibilities
- How to report repairs
- Tenant rights under the Renters' Rights Act
Deadline:
Must be provided to existing tenants by 31 May 2026. Failure to provide is a civil penalty offence.
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