Standard Occupation Contract
Standard occupation contract for Wales under the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016. Professionally drafted, plain-English template for use with all residential dwellings in Wales. Updated June 2026 – compliant with Renters Rights Act 2025 (Wales). Includes mandatory anti-discrimination provisions (ss. 54A–54B, Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016).
Indicative layout · actual DOCX + typeset PDF on download
- Two new fundamental terms on discrimination (benefits and dependent children), June 2026 amendments
- Cover-page reminder that the variation notice for existing contract-holders is separate and free from gov.wales
- Editable DOCX + typeset PDF
- All Schedule 4 fundamental terms embedded
- Supplementary terms with customisation notes
- Rent Smart Wales registration header block
- Section 123 rent-variation clause reference
- Privacy / GDPR clause for contract-holder data
- Plain-English guidance notes on each term
Welsh landlords granting a NEW standard occupation contract on or after 1 June 2026 to a contract-holder.
Landlords needing to serve the June 2026 fundamental-term variation on existing contract-holders, use the free Welsh Government variation, or buy our Welsh Variation Pack (LS-W-130) for the covering letter, service log and explainer · Secure contracts (community landlords only) · England / Scotland / NI.
Reviewed against: Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 (as amended by SI 2026 No. 6 from 1 June 2026, new fundamental terms 54A and 54B on discrimination); Model Written Statements Regs 2022
Applies in Wales. Each file carries a dated footer so you can prove currency.
Questions about this template
Does this template need serving on my existing contract-holders?+
No. This template is for new standard occupation contracts granted on or after 1 June 2026. For existing contract-holders you need to serve the free Welsh Government variation notice between 1st and 14th June 2026, separate document, separate process. See our 9-minute pillar guide at /guides/welsh-occupation-contract-variation-june-2026 and download the free service log at /free/welsh-variation-service-log to track service.
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 Standard Occupation Contract is aligned with the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 (as amended by SI 2026 No. 6 from 1 June 2026, new fundamental terms 54A and 54B on discrimination) 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.