1. TENANCY STATUS AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK
1.1 These Terms of Agreement creates an Assured Periodic Tenancy pursuant to the Housing Act 1988, as amended by subsequent legislation and applicable statutory provisions.
1.2 The tenancy shall be governed by the laws of England and Wales.
1.3 The Landlord confirms that they are lawfully entitled to grant this tenancy.
1.4 Nothing within this Agreement shall remove, restrict, exclude, or override any statutory rights or obligations afforded to either the Tenant or the Landlord under applicable housing legislation.
2. TERM
2.1 The tenancy shall commence on the agreed commencement date and shall continue as a Periodic Tenancy unless and until terminated in accordance with this Agreement and applicable legislation.
2.2 The tenancy shall run in accordance with the rental payment period agreed with the Tenant.
2.3 There shall be no fixed end date unless expressly permitted by law and confirmed in writing.
3. RENT
3.1 Rent shall be payable monthly in advance on or before the due date specified within the invoice, or written rent schedule.
3.2 Rent must be paid in full and in cleared funds unless otherwise agreed in writing by Landlord.
3.3 Failure to pay rent when due may result in lawful recovery action being taken in accordance with applicable legislations.
4. RENT REVIEW AND RENT INCREASES
4.1 The rent payable under this Agreement may be reviewed periodically in accordance with prevailing market rental values and applicable legislation.
4.2 The Landlords reserves the right to review the rent annually and, where appropriate, propose an increase reflecting market conditions, inflation, operational costs, property values, and local rental trends.
4.3 Annual rent increases may reasonably be anticipated and may fall within an estimated range of approximately fifteen percent (15%) to eighteen percent (18%) per annum, subject always to prevailing market conditions and applicable legal requirements.
4.4 Any estimated increase range is provided for guidance only and shall not constitute an automatic increase or contractual entitlement to increase rent by a specified percentage.
4.5 Any proposed rent increase shall be implemented strictly in accordance with Section 13 of the Housing Act 1988 (as amended) or any replacement statutory procedure in force at the relevant time.
4.6 The Landlord shall provide the Tenant with the required statutory notice prior to any revised rental amount taking effect.
4.7 The Tenant shall retain all statutory rights to challenge any proposed rent increase before the appropriate Tribunal or Court where permitted by law.
5. TENANCY DEPOSIT
5.1 A tenancy deposit equivalent to five (5) weeks’ rent may be required prior to the commencement of the tenancy, subject to the maximum deposit permitted by law.
5.2 The deposit shall be protected within a Government-approved tenancy deposit protection scheme in accordance with the Housing Act 2004 and all applicable tenancy deposit legislation.
5.3 The deposit shall be held as security against the Tenant’s obligations under this Agreement and may be subject to lawful deductions including, but not limited to:
- Rent arrears or outstanding contractual liabilities;
- Damage beyond fair wear and tear;
- Cleaning, reinstatement, or remediation costs arising from breach of tenancy obligations;
- Missing, damaged, or unreturned fixtures, fittings, furnishings, keys, access devices, or contents belonging to the Property.
5.4 The deposit shall be returned within the applicable statutory timeframe following termination of the tenancy, subject to agreement regarding any lawful deductions.
5.5 The Tenant shall not be entitled to offset, withhold, substitute, or treat the tenancy deposit as payment towards rent or any other sums due under this Agreement.
6. USE AND OCCUPATION OF THE PROPERTY
6.1 The Property shall be occupied solely as a private residential dwelling.
6.2 The Tenant shall occupy the Property as their only or principal home.
6.3 Only the Tenant and any authorised occupiers approved by the Landlord may reside at the Property.
6.4 The Tenant shall not permit additional occupiers, lodgers, residents, or long-term guests without the Landlord’s prior written consent.
6.5 The Tenant shall not operate any trade, profession, or business from the Property where such use would breach planning, mortgage, insurance, licensing, leasehold, or legal requirements.
7. SUBLETTING, ASSIGNMENT, AND PARTING WITH POSSESSION
7.1 The Tenant shall not sublet, licence, assign, transfer, part with possession of, or otherwise allow occupation of the whole or any part of the Property without the Landlord’s prior written consent.
7.2 The Tenant shall not advertise the Property or any part thereof for short-term letting, holiday accommodation, temporary occupation, lodger arrangements, or online rental platforms including, but not limited to, Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, or similar services.
7.3 Any unauthorised subletting, licensing, overcrowding, or unlawful occupation may constitute a serious breach of the tenancy agreement and may result in enforcement action in accordance with applicable legislation.
8. PETS
8.1 No pets or animals shall be kept at the Property without the Landlord’s prior written consent.
8.2 Any request to keep a pet shall be considered reasonably and in accordance with applicable legislation.
9. SMOKING, VAPING, AND FIRE SAFETY
9.1 Smoking, vaping, use of e-cigarettes, shisha, or similar substances or devices are strictly prohibited within the Property.
9.2 Where the Property forms part of a flat, apartment block, shared accommodation, or development containing communal areas, smoking and vaping are also prohibited within all communal and shared areas including hallways, entrances, stairwells, lifts, corridors, and internal common parts.
9.3 The Tenant shall ensure that all occupiers, visitors, contractors, guests, and invitees comply fully with this clause.
9.4 Any damage, odour treatment, cleaning, fire alarm activation, or remediation costs arising from smoking or vaping may be recoverable from the Tenant where permitted by law.
10. TENANT OBLIGATIONS
10.1 The Tenant agrees to occupy and use the Property in a lawful and tenant-like manner.
10.2 The Tenant shall:
- Keep the Property reasonably clean and tidy;
- Promptly report any defect, leak, infestation, damage, hazard, or disrepair;
- Take reasonable care of the Property and all fixtures, fittings, appliances, and contents;
- Not intentionally or negligently damage the Property;
- Not engage in or permit unlawful, criminal, antisocial, or nuisance behaviour;
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- Take reasonable steps to adequately heat and ventilate the Property;
- Notify the Landlord where reasonably practicable of any absence exceeding twenty-eight (28) consecutive days;
- Return the Property at the end of the tenancy in a reasonably clean condition subject to fair wear and tear.
10.3 The Tenant shall be responsible for the conduct of all household members, guests, visitors, and invitees.
11. TENANT RESPONSIBILITIES FOR MINOR MAINTENANCE AND CARE
11.1 The Tenant shall promptly report all disrepair and maintenance concerns to the Landlord.
11.2 The Tenant shall remain responsible for minor day-to-day household maintenance reasonably expected of an occupier including:
- Replacing accessible domestic light bulbs;
- Replacing batteries within smoke alarms where applicable;
- Keeping sinks, baths, toilets, and drains reasonably free from blockages caused by the Tenant’s use;
- Taking reasonable care of cupboards, fittings, appliances, and internal surfaces.
11.3 The Tenant shall not be responsible for structural repairs, inherent defects, or repairs falling within the Landlord’s statutory obligations.
11.4 The Tenant shall not undertake structural works, plumbing works, gas works, electrical works, or significant repairs without prior written consent from the Landlord.
12. LANDLORD’S REPAIRING OBLIGATIONS
12.1 The Landlord shall comply with Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 and all other applicable housing and safety legislation.
12.2 The Landlord shall keep in repair and proper working order:
- The structure and exterior of the Property;
- Installations for the supply of water, gas, electricity, sanitation, heating, and hot water;
- Any communal areas under the Landlord’s control.
12.3 Repairs shall be carried out within a reasonable time following notification, subject to access, urgency, contractor availability, and the nature of the defect.
13. UTILITIES AND INSURANCE
13.1 The Tenant shall remain responsible for payment of utilities and services supplied to the Property unless expressly stated otherwise in writing.
13.2 The Landlord’s insurance does not extend to the Tenant’s personal belongings, valuables, contents, or possessions.
13.3 The Tenant is strongly advised to obtain suitable contents insurance throughout the tenancy.
14. ALTERATIONS AND IMPROVEMENTS
14.1 The Tenant shall not make alterations, additions, installations, or improvements to the Property without prior written consent from the Landlord.
14.2 This includes, but is not limited to:
- Decorating;
- Painting or wallpapering;
- Installing shelves, fixtures, fittings, antennas, or satellite dishes;
- Structural alterations;
- Plumbing, gas, or electrical works;
- Installation of additional appliances or equipment.
14.3 Any consent granted may be subject to reasonable conditions including reinstatement obligations.
15. KEYS, SECURITY DEVICES, AND ACCESS CONTROL
15.1 The Tenant shall keep all keys, fobs, access cards, alarm codes, entry devices, and security systems secure at all times.
15.2 The Tenant shall not duplicate, transfer, lend, copy, replace, or otherwise permit any third party to possess or use any keys or access devices without prior written consent from the Landlord.
15.3 The Tenant shall not change or install locks, cylinders, alarms, or entry systems without prior written consent from the Landlord.
15.4 Where any management company, freeholder, or building management replaces communal entrance keys, fobs, or access devices and provides replacements directly to the Tenant, the Tenant must immediately notify the Landlord and provide copies without delay.
15.5 Any reasonable costs arising from lost keys, locksmith attendance, replacement locks, or security breaches caused by the Tenant or their visitors may be recoverable where permitted by law.
16. ABANDONMENT AND GOODS LEFT AT THE PROPERTY
16.1 Where the Landlord reasonably believes that the Property has been abandoned, the Landlord shall act strictly in accordance with applicable legal procedures.
16.2 Any goods or possessions left at the Property following termination of the tenancy may be stored, removed, or disposed of in accordance with the Torts (Interference with Goods) Act 1977 and other applicable legal requirements.
16.3 The Landlord reserves the right to recover reasonable storage, transport, removal, disposal, and associated administrative costs where permitted by law.
17. REVIEW OF TERMS AND LEGISLATIVE COMPLIANCE
17.1 The Landlord may review these tenancy terms annually and additionally where required due to changes in legislation, regulatory requirements, statutory guidance, case law, or operational practices.
17.2 Any revised terms or amendments shall be communicated to the Tenant in writing and shall take effect only in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
17.3 Any statutory amendment affecting the tenancy shall apply whether or not the tenancy terms are separately signed by the Tenant.
17.4 Copies of the applicable tenancy terms shall be provided prior to commencement of the tenancy and whenever material amendments require updated terms to be issued.
17.5 Nothing within this Agreement shall remove or restrict the Tenant’s statutory rights.
18. ACCESS AND INSPECTION
18.1 The Landlord, or any authorised contractor, agent, representative, or professional adviser acting on behalf of the Landlord may request access to the Property for lawful and reasonable purposes.
18.2 Except in cases of genuine emergency, the Landlord shall provide the Tenant with not less than twenty-four (24) hours’ prior written notice before attending the Property.
18.3 Access may be required for purposes including:
- Inspecting the condition of the Property;
- Carrying out repairs, maintenance, remedial works, or safety checks;
- Investigating leaks, hazards, defects, or disrepair;
- Undertaking valuations, surveys, insurance inspections, or statutory compliance works;
- Conducting lawful viewings with prospective tenants, purchasers, or contractors.
18.4 The Tenant shall not unreasonably refuse or obstruct lawful access where proper notice has been provided.
18.5 In cases of genuine emergency, immediate access may be required without prior notice where necessary to protect the Property, neighbouring premises, utilities, or the health and safety of any person.
19. TERMINATION OF TENANCY
19.1 The Tenant may terminate the tenancy by providing not less than two (2) months’ written notice to the Landlord.
19.2 Any notice served by the Tenant should expire on or immediately before a rent payment date unless otherwise agreed in writing.
19.3 The Landlord may only seek possession of the Property in accordance with the statutory grounds for possession available under the Housing Act 1988, as amended, or any replacement legislation in force at the relevant time.
19.4 Any surrender of the tenancy prior to lawful termination shall only take effect where expressly agreed in writing by both parties.