Renters' Rights Act 2025 — Phase 1 commencement
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TenancyShips 1 May 2026LS-E-001

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.

What's inside

  • Editable DOCX + typeset PDF
  • Prescribed written statement content (SI 2026)
  • Pet-request clause wording (reasonableness test)
  • Section 13 rent-review clause
  • Deposit protection acknowledgement block
  • Plain-English guidance notes
Who it's for

Any landlord granting a tenancy in England on or after 1 May 2026.

Who it's not for

Lodgers (use LS-E-003) · HMO per-room (use LS-E-002) · Wales / Scotland / NI.

Regulation-current
Reviewed against: Housing Act 1988 as amended by Renters' Rights Act 2025; Written Statement Regs 2026
Applies in England. Each file carries a dated footer so you can prove currency.

Questions about this template

Is this template legally binding?+

The template produces a document that, once completed and signed by the parties, has the same legal effect as any written agreement. LetSafe UK provides self-help templates, not legal advice — for advice on your specific circumstances, consult a regulated solicitor.

Does this work from 1 May 2026?+

Yes. The Periodic Assured Tenancy Agreement is aligned with the Housing Act 1988 as amended by Renters' Rights Act 2025 and is designed to be lawfully granted on or after the Renters' Rights Act 2025 Phase 1 commencement.

What format is the download?+

You receive an editable Microsoft Word (DOCX) file and a typeset PDF immediately after payment. You can fill the DOCX in Word, Google Docs, or LibreOffice.

Can I use this template again for another property?+

Yes — the template is licensed for unlimited use by a single private landlord across your own portfolio. It is not licensed for resale or for use by letting agents acting for third parties.

What if the regulation changes?+

Free updates are included for 12 months from purchase. We maintain a regulation-currency register and re-issue the template when the underlying law moves.

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