The Renters’ Rights Bill 2025: What Landlords and Tenants Need to Know
At Yellands, we know the rental market is always evolving, and staying ahead of changes is key for both landlords and tenants. One of the biggest upcoming shifts is the Renters’ Rights Bill, which is expected to be passed into law by Spring 2025. This bill is designed to make renting fairer, more secure, and more transparent—but what does it actually mean for you?
Whether you’re a landlord wondering how it will impact your property, or a tenant curious about your new rights, we’ve broken it down for you.
No More ‘No-Fault’ Evictions (Section 21 Ban)
One of the biggest changes is the abolition of Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions. This means landlords will no longer be able to ask tenants to leave without giving a reason.
Instead, if a landlord needs to regain possession of their property, they must provide a valid reason under Section 8—such as wanting to sell, moving in themselves, or a tenant breaching their contract.
For landlords, this means careful planning when it comes to tenancy agreements, and for tenants, it offers more security knowing they can’t be asked to leave unexpectedly.
Say Goodbye to Fixed-Term Tenancies
Fixed-term tenancies will be replaced with periodic tenancies, which means tenants can give two months’ notice to leave at any time.
For landlords, this brings more flexibility, as they won’t have to wait for a fixed-term to end if they need to take back their property. However, tenants will also have more freedom to leave if their circumstances change.
Stricter Rules on Rent Increases
If you’re a landlord, you can now only increase rent once per year, and it must be fair and in line with the market. No more sudden or excessive rent hikes!
There will also be more protections against rental bidding wars, meaning landlords and agents must advertise a set asking price and cannot encourage tenants to offer over the listed amount.
This is great news for tenants, as it creates more transparency around rental prices.
The Right to Request Pets
Pet lovers, this one’s for you! Tenants will now have the legal right to request a pet, and landlords must consider it reasonably.
Landlords can ask tenants to take out pet insurance to cover any potential damage, but they can’t refuse pets outright without a valid reason.
For tenants, this means it’ll be easier to find a pet-friendly rental, and for landlords, it means clearer rules around allowing pets while still protecting their property.
A Crackdown on Discrimination
It will now be illegal for landlords or agents to refuse tenants simply because they receive benefits or have children.
This move is designed to make the rental market fairer and more inclusive, ensuring that all tenants have a genuine chance to secure a home.
A New Ombudsman for Landlords & Tenants
To help resolve disputes without going to court, a new Private Rented Sector Ombudsman will be introduced.
This means both landlords and tenants will have a fair and free way to settle issues, whether it’s about repairs, deposits, or disputes over tenancy agreements.
For landlords, this could actually speed up resolutions, avoiding lengthy and costly legal battles.
A New Landlord Portal
The government is launching a Privately Rented Property Portal, which will act as a one-stop hub for landlords to keep up with their legal responsibilities.
This will ensure that all landlords know their obligations, helping them stay compliant and reducing misunderstandings between them and their tenants.
For tenants, it means more transparency, as they’ll be able to check key information about their rental property.
Need Help Understanding These Changes?
At Yellands, we’re here to help landlords and tenants navigate these new laws with confidence.] Landlords: Want to know how this affects your rental properties? Get in touch for expert guidance.
