Renters' Rights Act 2025/2026 EnforcedSection 21 Abolished
UK Renters' Rights Act & Section 21 Eviction Ban
Complete tenant legal guide to the abolition of Section 21 no-fault evictions, periodic tenancy rules, and mandatory Section 8 notice grounds in England.
Key Changes Under Renters' Rights Act
🚫 Section 21 Abolished
Landlords can no longer serve 2-month no-fault eviction notices. All evictions require court-proven Section 8 grounds.
🔄 Periodic Tenancies Only
Fixed-term ASTs are replaced by rolling monthly periodic tenancies. Tenants can leave anytime with 2 months' notice.
📈 Rent Increase Limits
Rent increases limited to once per year via official Section 13 notice. Tenants can challenge above-market hikes at First-tier Tribunal.
Frequently Asked Questions (Renters' Rights)
Yes. Under Section 8 Ground 1A, a landlord can give 4 months' notice to evict a tenant if they intend to sell the home, provided the tenancy has lasted at least 12 months.
No. Under the Renters' Rights Act, tenants have the right to request a pet, and landlords cannot unreasonably refuse consent.