Tenant and landlord relations

Advice and support for tenants and landlords

For advice on things to consider before signing a tenancy agreement, and to find out what is required from your landlord, visit the 'How to Rent' section on the gov.uk website.

If you wish to report harassing behaviour from your landlord or report being illegally evicted, please make an enquiry to the housing team by email or telephone 01287 612455. 

You can also request advice from the housing team using our online by using the button at the top of the page or through the link below:

• Request advice and support

Further information

The following websites have a lot of useful information for landlords and tenants: 

• Private renting - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
• Check the register of fair rents - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
• Tenancy deposit protection - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
• Private renting for tenants: evictions - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
• Guide for tenants: Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)