The Act gives Local Authorities new powers from 27 December 2025, including:
- powers to enter business premises
- powers to seize documents
- using more data for enforcement
- Housing Standards Officers won't need to give the landlord notice before inspecting a property
See more on the Renters' Right Act 2025 investigatory powers on GOV.UK
From 1 May 2026, the Act will:
- abolish Section 21 eviction notices (no fault evictions)
- change existing fixed term tenancies to periodic rolling tenancies
- limit rent increases to once a year which must be fair and proportionate – tenants will have a right to appeal increases
In 2026 and 2027, more changes will include:
- a national property database where landlords will need to register their properties
- stronger protections for renters, including the right to request pets, and safeguards against unfair refusals
- updated possession rules under Section 8 – landlords can still regain homes for genuine reasons
- more enforcement powers and duties for local authorities to tackle poor or unsafe housing
Find more information about the Renters’ Rights Act on GOV.UK