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RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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  • You have the right to live peacefully in your home without being unnecessarily interrupted by your landlord. This means they cant just appear at the door without giving you prior notice.
  • It is illegal for your landlord to discriminate against anyone in the letting of housing simply because of race, sex or disability.
  • Private landlords must give you a minimum of two months to quit the tenancy. This should be a written statement. But even after this period of time, the landlord must obtain a court order to have you moved.
  • Even after giving you the appropriate notice, the landlord must obtain a court order to have you moved or evicted.
  • Any action by the landlord that forces you to leave is a criminal offence.
  • Unless stated in the tenancy agreement, the landlord has to give you 24hrs notice, in writing, before entering the property. The only time they can enter without this notice is due to an emergency.
  • Unless stated otherwise, it will be the tenant’s responsibility to keep the garden tidy. Remember, you can get evicted if you fail to do so.
  • It is the tenant’s responsibility to avoid having problems with the neighbours. Usually this is one of the tenants responsibilities listed on your tenancy agreement or lease. If the neighbours are causing the problems report this to your landlord.
  • If you share an entrance or stairs with other tenants it will normally be the tenant’s responsibility to keep it clean. Most people who share this space will take turns to ensure it is done.
  • You are responsible for the behaviour of any visitors to your home. This includes underage drinking, parties and any arguments that take place. They can lead to you being evicted, so be aware of it.
  • It is the landlord’s responsibility to ensure they maintain the property both inside and out. However, the tenant is responsible for replacing things like light bulbs etc.
  • It is your responsibility as the tenant to report any damages to the property, even if this means telling the landlord about something that you have broken. If you don’t, you will be breaking your tenancy agreement and could face eviction.
  • If you want to move someone into your property you must contact your landlord for permission to do so. Remember that if you are on benefits this can affect how much help you get with your rent!