Understanding your rights as a private tenant Also in this section Services List Private tenancies and your rights This guide outlines the types of private tenancies and your rights as a renter, excluding secure Council or Housing Association tenancies. Rent Repayment Orders (RROs) This guide outlines how to apply for a Rent Repayment Order (RRO), including eligibility, application steps, and tribunal procedures. Harassment or illegal eviction by a landlord It is a criminal offence if your landlord to tries to force you out of your home or evicts you without following the proper procedures. Condensation To deal with a condensation problem effectively, you will need to keep your home ventilated, keep it warm and reduce moisture. Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards for Landlords Find out about energy efficiency standards for rental properties and how to get funding for improvements. Housing standards and enforcement - advice for tenants What to do if you believe there are hazards within your home. Repairing rights (tenants) If you rent a home you have a basic right to repairs and both you and your landlord have specific responsibilities.
Private tenancies and your rights This guide outlines the types of private tenancies and your rights as a renter, excluding secure Council or Housing Association tenancies.
Rent Repayment Orders (RROs) This guide outlines how to apply for a Rent Repayment Order (RRO), including eligibility, application steps, and tribunal procedures.
Harassment or illegal eviction by a landlord It is a criminal offence if your landlord to tries to force you out of your home or evicts you without following the proper procedures.
Condensation To deal with a condensation problem effectively, you will need to keep your home ventilated, keep it warm and reduce moisture.
Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards for Landlords Find out about energy efficiency standards for rental properties and how to get funding for improvements.
Housing standards and enforcement - advice for tenants What to do if you believe there are hazards within your home.
Repairing rights (tenants) If you rent a home you have a basic right to repairs and both you and your landlord have specific responsibilities.