England · Private rented sector
Landlord templates — Doncaster
Tenancy agreements, notices, and compliance documents for Doncaster landlords. All documents updated for the Renters' Rights Act 2025, effective 1 May 2026.
Private rented households
~28,000
Average monthly rent (1-bed)
~£600
Distance to Sheffield city centre
~20 miles
Doncaster rental market — what landlords need to know
Doncaster benefits from excellent transport links including HS2 proximity and the East Midlands Railway. The rental market is growing, attracting commuters from Sheffield and Leeds priced out of those markets.
Essential documents for Doncaster landlords
View all →Periodic Assured Tenancy Agreement
The new default English tenancy from 1 May 2026. Periodic from day one, with the prescribed written statement of terms built in.
Section 8 Notice Pack (All Grounds)
Every mandatory and discretionary ground on the new 2026 list, pre-labelled with the notice period, arrears threshold, and evidence block.
Landlord Annual Compliance Checklist
Annual walk-through of every compliance touchpoint: gas, electrical, EPC, smoke/CO, Right-to-Rent, deposit, licensing, database registration.
Renters' Rights Act Transition Pack
For landlords who need to migrate existing ASTs onto the new regime. The single most-searched landlord product of 2026.
What changes for Doncaster landlords on 1 May 2026
- → Section 21 ‘no-fault’ evictions permanently abolished — use Section 8
- → All new tenancies must use Periodic Assured Tenancy Agreements — no more ASTs
- → Rent increases via Section 13 only — contractual review clauses unenforceable
- → Pet requests must be considered — blanket ‘no pets’ policies are unlawful
- → Private landlord database registration coming — date TBC
Doncaster landlord FAQs
Does the Renters' Rights Act apply to Doncaster landlords?
Yes. Doncaster is in England and all Renters' Rights Act 2025 provisions apply from 1 May 2026 — including Section 21 abolition, Periodic Assured Tenancy Agreements for all new lettings, Section 13 rent increases, and Awaab's Law.
Do I need a licence to let a property in Doncaster?
Mandatory HMO licensing applies for all properties with 5 or more occupants from 2 or more separate households. Doncaster MBC does not currently operate a selective licensing scheme, but you should verify this with the council as designations can change. Always confirm before letting.