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Rights and Responsibilities

Whether you are a landlord letting out accommodation or a tenant renting accommodation, you both have rights and responsibilities which are set out under legislation.

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Landlord Rights and Responsibilities

On this page you will find information on landlord rights and responsibilities.

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Tenant Rights and Responsibilities

On this page you will find information on tenant rights and responsibilities.

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Minimum Standards Regulations and Fire Safety

On this page you will find information on the minimum standards set out in legislation that rented properties must meet and landlords safety responsibilities.

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Security Deposits

On this page you will find information on what a security deposit is, what limits there are on the deposit amount, when they should be paid and the obligation to promptly return them at the end of the tenancy.

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Wear and Tear

On this page you will find information on normal wear and tear occurs where deterioration of the rented dwelling takes place over a period of time due to ordinary and responsible use of the dwelling.

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Renting in College

Heading to college for the first time? Or returning for your final year? We’ve put together our top tips that you need to know if you are renting in college. Click here to learn more.

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