Rent increase checklist

Follow this checklist to raise rent correctly and reduce the chance of a successful tribunal challenge.

Overview

Follow this checklist to raise rent correctly and reduce the chance of a successful tribunal challenge.

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Review the current rentCompare against similar local properties before deciding a new figure.
Check the tenancy typeConfirm whether the statutory Section 13 process or a contractual rent review clause applies.
Give the correct noticeAt least two months' written notice using the prescribed form for periodic tenancies.
Diarise the effective dateThe increase cannot take effect before the notice period ends.
Prepare evidence of market rentComparable listings support the increase if the tenant refers it to the tribunal.
Respond to a tribunal referral promptlyProvide requested evidence within the timescale set by the tribunal.

General information for UK landlords and letting agents, not legal advice. Requirements differ across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.