The Future of Renting: Understanding the Impending Changes to Section 21 ‘No Fault’ Evictions
Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions; time is now of the essence
The government’s Renters’ Rights Bill has now received Royal Assent. The known framework of residential renting in England is set to change as the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 (“the Act”) is introduced. Amongst other things, this confirms that the abolition of section 21 evictions is firmly underway.
The Act will introduce various new measures, including but not limited to:
- The abolition of section 21 evictions;
- Moving to a simpler tenancy structure whereby all assured tenancies are periodic;
- Giving tenants more security whilst ensuring landlords can recover their property in reasonable circumstances;
- Providing stronger protections against “back door” evictions;
- Giving tenants strengthened rights in areas such as requests for pets in a property;
- Making it illegal for landlords (or their agents) to discriminate against prospective tenants who may receive benefits; and much more!
The abolition of section 21 evictions has not yet taken place, and it is not expected to imminently. However, the government has now officially started the time clock ticking, meaning it is important to ensure your affairs are in order as soon as possible.
If you are a landlord looking to utilise the section 21 eviction route, please get in contact as soon as possible. It is currently unclear when these effects will take place, so it is best to get the ball rolling as soon as possible.
Should you require any advice, please contact either Poppi Hall or Stephen Nixon on 01922 720333 or via email ph@enoch-evans.co.uk & sjn@enoch-evans.co.uk. The Enoch Evans team will be happy to assist.