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If your landlord didn’t follow deposit rules
a private landlord you don’t live with your landlord you started renting on or after 28 February 1997 You might also have an assured shorthold tenancy if you started renting on or after 15 January 1989
Getting your tenancy deposit back if you rent privately
If you paid a deposit at the start of your tenancy, you have the right to get it back at the end. Your landlord or letting agent can only take money off if there’s a good reason - for example
Repairs - leak from a neighbouring property
If you live in a flat, you may have problems with leaks or flooding from neighbouring flats. When this happens your landlord may tell you to sort the problem out with the other tenant. However
If you get a ‘section 21’ eviction notice
If you get a section 21 notice, it’s the first step your landlord has to take to make you leave your home. You won’t have to leave your home straight away. If your section 21 notice is valid, your
Withholding rent because repairs haven't been done
If you’ve reported repairs to your landlord and they haven’t done anything, you may be able to do something about it. Tenants often think that it's unfair for them to pay rent while their home needs
You are taken to court for rent arrears
for rent arrears Important If you have an assured shorthold tenancy Your landlord might give you a section 8 notice or section 21 notice - this means they’ll have to follow certain rules to evict you
Check your rights if you share accommodation
to other people either as sub-tenants or as lodgers. Your rights and responsibilities will vary depending on whether you have a joint or sole tenancy or whether you have a tenant as your resident landlord
How to report repairs
If you rent your home from a social housing landlord, they're responsible for dealing with most repair problems - check what repairs they have to do. However, it's up to you to tell your landlord
Stop your eviction from going to court
You might be able to do things to stop your landlord going to court to evict you. What you can do will depend on the reason you’re being evicted - each tenancy type will have different reasons
If your flat isn't fire safe
If you’ve been told your home would be unsafe if there was a fire, your landlord might ask you to leave until safety is improved. If you’re not on the tenancy agreement You’ll have fewer options