From 1 May 2026, rent increases are changing under the Renters’ Rights Act. Section 13 will now be the only legal way to increase rent during a tenancy.
How This Affects Your Rental Property
- Rent can only be increased once every 12 months
- A minimum of two months’ notice must be given
- Section 13 is the only method for increasing rent
- Tenants can challenge increases through the First-tier Tribunal
- If challenged, the rent remains at the current level until the Tribunal makes a decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How often can rent be increased?
Once every 12 months.
2. What happens if a tenant challenges the increase?
The rent stays the same until the Tribunal decides.