Your responsibilities as a private landlord
As a landlord you have many responsibilities when you rent out your property, such as keeping the property safe and free from health hazards, making sure your tenant's deposit is protected and checking that your tenant has the right to rent your property.
Find out more about your landlord responsibilities on the government's website.
Renters' Rights Act
From 1 May 2026, the Renters' Rights Act will introduce new rules about how landlords let out private properties.
Read about the Renters' Rights Act on the government's website.
Universal Credit and rented housing
For information on what you need to do if your tenants receive Universal Credit read the government's Universal Credit guide for landlords.