Pet Request Response Form
Standalone response form for a tenant's statutory pet request. Documents the landlord's reasonableness test and fits the 42-day statutory window under the Renters' Rights Act 2025.
What's inside
- Prescribed response form
- Reasonableness-test checklist
- 42-day timetable worksheet
- Escalation note if the request is refused
Landlords who have received a pet request and need a paper trail for the decision.
If you are granting the request, use LS-E-005 Pet Addendum in parallel.
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 Pet Request Response Form is aligned with the RRA 2025 — tenant statutory pet-request right (42-day response) 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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