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4 November 2025

Renters’ Rights Act 2025: What Landlords Must Know About the New Law

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 became law after receiving Royal Assent. It brings new rules for how landlords rent and manage their homes.

The Act updates tenancy agreements, rent reviews and property standards. It aims to make renting clearer and fairer for both landlords and tenants.

For landlords, this means learning new ways of working. The end of Section 21, rolling tenancies and higher property standards will take some getting used to. The Act also sets out when and how landlords can take back a property.

These changes are part of the government’s plan to make renting fairer and reduce disputes between landlords and tenants.

At Prolet, we’ve supported landlords across Norwich for over 30 years. We help you stay confident and up to date as new rules take effect.

When will the new rules start?

The Act became law on 27 October 2025.

The new rules are expected to come into effect from early to mid-2026 and will be introduced in stages. This gradual rollout gives landlords time to prepare and adapt.

At Prolet, we’ll keep landlords informed as the timeline and finer details are confirmed. Our team will share updates to help you stay ready for each stage of the change.

Tenancies before and after the Renters’ Rights Act 2025

Here’s a simple comparison of how tenancy rules will change once the Renters’ Rights Act comes into effect.

Feature	Before the Act	After the Act
Fixed term tenancy	Yes	Banned
Landlord required to give written statement	Optional	Compulsory
Tenant notice to leave	1 month at the end of the rental period or fixed term	2 months at the end of the rental period
Landlord right to end tenancy without a reason	Yes, if using Section 21	Not allowed. Landlords must have a valid reason, such as selling, moving in or rent arrears
Tenant right to keep a pet	No	Yes, unless the landlord has a fair reason to refuse
Advert must show proposed rent	Not required	Required
How often rent can be paid	Any frequency	No less often than monthly
Accepting higher rent offers	Allowed	Not allowed
Longer first month to change rent date	Allowed	Not allowed
Rent paid in advance	Allowed	Only one month allowed in advance
Rent review clause	Allowed	Only if it follows Section 13 process
Changing rent by agreement	Allowed	Only if it follows Section 13 process
Refusing applicants on benefits	Allowed	Not allowed, although landlords can still consider income
Refusing applicants with families	Allowed	Not allowed, unless it is reasonable for a clear reason such as overcrowding

How Prolet can help you stay ahead

The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 will reshape how landlords manage their properties. With new systems, stricter standards and more checks, it’s vital to stay informed and compliant from the start.

At Prolet, we take care of the details so you don’t have to. From updating tenancy agreements and tracking notice periods to handling registrations and maintenance, we make sure every part of your rental stays in line with the law.

Our local team has supported Norwich landlords for over 30 years. We understand the challenges these changes bring and are here to help you adapt with confidence.

We understand the challenges these changes bring and are here to help you adapt with confidence.

Within the Prolet team, we see a real opportunity to guide landlords through the changes ahead. While the Renters’ Rights Act may bring uncertainty, we believe it also encourages stronger connections between landlords and tenants. Building trust and long-term relationships will help create a more stable private rented sector for everyone.

Jonathan Wheeler, Partner

If you want to stay ahead of the Renters’ Rights Act and keep your property running smoothly, our property management team is ready to guide you through every step.