Rest assured there are no privacy laws limiting what a landlord can or can’t disclose about a previous tenant. You can say anything you wish. However, our advice is to stick to the facts and only give information that you can support with written proof so that your former tenants won’t accuse you of slander.
Can a Landlord go through your personal property?
Under normal circumstances, landlords cannot move a tenant’s personal belongings without permission. These regulations are part of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 to ensure that tenants live in “quiet enjoyment”, free of unwarranted intrusions by landlords.
Can a landlord demand the address of a tenant?
It is usual to satisfy the requirements of Section 48 by including an address within the tenancy agreement. Where it is not included, a separate notice should be served on the tenant. Until the tenant is provided with the landlord’s address the landlord cannot demand rent.
When do landlords have to give their home address?
However, there are two points of caution. The first is that the landlords must remember that should the tenant request, in writing, for details of the landlords address (pursuant to Section 1 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985) then the landlord must respond, also in writing, within 21 days giving their home address.
Where can I find guidance for landlords and tenants?
Social landlords and tenants are referred to the Pre-Action Protocol for possession claims by social landlords. You can find out more information in guidance for landlords and tenants on the possession action process through the courts.
How often do landlords have to give notice of rent review?
Provide the tenant with information about any agents who are authorised to deal on your behalf (such as management companies, agencies, personal representatives) Give private tenants 90 days’ notice of a rent review and follow the rules about how often you can do this (AHBs should give notice “as soon as is practicable”)