Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet Covering Letter for Landlords 
This Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet Covering Letter for Landlords is for use by residential landlords in England to formally serve the Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet 2026 on their tenants in compliance with the new legal requirements.
Key Deadline
Landlords must provide the Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet 2026 to existing tenants by 31 May 2026. Timely service is essential to avoid financial penalties. Missing this deadline may expose landlords to significant financial penalties.
What This Template Does
This template provides a clear, professional covering letter to accompany the government-issued Information Sheet and includes wording to help landlords evidence service and tenant acknowledgement.
It helps landlords comply with new legal requirements by ensuring the Information Sheet is formally issued and acknowledged, while also creating a clear record of service.
Why This Is Important for Landlords
Under the Renters’ Rights Act, landlords of existing assured and assured shorthold tenancies (ASTs) granted before 1st May 2026 must provide tenants with the official government Information Sheet explaining the new legislative changes.
Failure to comply can result in financial penalties of £7,000 for an initial breach and up to £40,000 for subsequent breaches.
Who This Template Applies To
This template is suitable for:
- Landlords in England
- Existing Assured tenancies, and Assured Shorthold Tenancies in place before 1st May 2026
- Landlords who need to formally serve the required Information Sheet on tenants
The Guidance: Existing Tenancies & Renters’ Rights Act should be downloaded with this template.
The Government Information Sheet
Landlords must use the official government-issued PDF version of the document The Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet 2026 .This Information Sheet must be downloaded and saved as a PDF and must be attached to the template and provided directly to the tenant.
Sending only a link is not sufficient for compliance purposes.
How To Use This Template
- Landlords must ensure they download the official government document. Download the document using the following link - The Renters’ Rights Act Information Sheet 2026. You must ensure you download and save the PDF document.
- Download this template letter and amend as necessary.
- Enclose the Information Sheet with the template letter when serving it on the tenant.
- Keep a copy of the signed acknowledgement section as proof of receipt.
Key Benefits of This Template
This template:
- Helps to ensure compliance with the Renters’ Rights Act requirements concerning the recent changes
- Provides clear and professional communication to tenants
- Helps evidence service and reduce disputes
- Protects landlords from penalties and enforcement action
- Support lawful tenancy management under the new regime
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