The Renters’ Reform Bill
What It Means for Landlords & Tenants

The Renters’ Reform Bill represents one of the biggest changes to the private rented sector in over 30 years. Its aim is to improve security for tenants while raising standards across the industry.

At Eden Homes, we believe in keeping both landlords and tenants informed, prepared and protected.

What Is Changing?
1️⃣ End of Section 21 (“No Fault” Evictions)

Renters' Reform Bill will abolish Section 21 notices.

Landlords will still be able to regain possession of their property — but only using strengthened Section 8 grounds (for example, selling the property, moving in themselves, or rent arrears).

What this means:

Greater security for tenants

Clearer, evidence-based grounds for landlords

Increased importance of correct documentation and compliance

2️⃣ Periodic Tenancies for All

Fixed-term assured shorthold tenancies will move to a system of periodic tenancies, meaning tenants can give notice more flexibly.

For landlords:
This makes careful tenant selection and referencing more important than ever.

3️⃣ Stronger Grounds for Possession

Grounds for selling a property or moving a family member in will be strengthened — but with restrictions to prevent misuse.

4️⃣ Rent Increases

Rent increases will be limited to once per year via a Section 13 process, with tenants able to challenge excessive increases at tribunal.

5️⃣ New Property Portal & Ombudsman

All landlords will be required to:

Register on a new national property portal

Join a redress scheme

This is designed to increase transparency and professionalism across the sector.

What This Means for Landlords

The Bill does not remove your rights — but it does require better structure and compliance.

Now more than ever, landlords need:

Thorough referencing

Clear tenancy agreements

Fully up-to-date compliance documents

Good record keeping

Proactive property management

At Eden Homes, we ensure all documentation, notices and processes align with current legislation — giving you peace of mind.

What This Means for Tenants

The reforms aim to:

Increase stability

Improve property standards

Reduce retaliatory eviction

Create clearer complaint routes

Tenants will still be expected to:

Pay rent on time

Respect the property

Comply with tenancy terms

Good communication remains key on both sides.