{"id":32350,"date":"2026-01-13T12:39:49","date_gmt":"2026-01-13T12:39:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.northwooduk.com\/?p=32350"},"modified":"2026-01-13T12:39:49","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T12:39:49","slug":"rent-review-clauses-are-out-section-13-is-in-what-landlords-must-change-in-their-approach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.northwooduk.com\/guides\/landlords\/rent-review-clauses-are-out-section-13-is-in-what-landlords-must-change-in-their-approach\/","title":{"rendered":"Rent review clauses are out\u2014Section 13 is in: What landlords must change in their approach"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For years, rent review clauses gave landlords a sense of certainty. Rent increases were written into the tenancy agreement, applied annually, and often treated as routine. Under the Renters\u2019 Rights Act, that approach has come to an end.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rent review clauses are no longer permitted. Instead, landlords must now follow a single statutory process when increasing rent, one that is more structured, more transparent, and more closely scrutinised by local councils.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This shift is not just a technical legal change. It affects how landlords plan rental income, communicate with tenants, and protect themselves from disputes and enforcement action. Understanding how Section 13 works and how to use it correctly is now essential.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Related: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northwooduk.com\/guides\/general\/the-renters-rights-act-a-new-era-for-landlords-and-tenants\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Renters\u2019 Rights Act: A New Era for Landlords and Tenants<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>Why have rent review clauses been removed<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rent review clauses previously allowed landlords to outline how and when rent would rise, often annually or in line with market conditions. Under the Renters\u2019 Rights Act, these clauses have been removed to create a more consistent and transparent system for tenants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The intention behind the change is to ensure:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greater clarity around rent increases<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A fairer, more predictable process for tenants<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear limits on how often rent can be increased<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By removing rent review clauses, the legislation shifts rent increases away from private contractual terms and into a regulated framework that applies across the sector.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What Section 13 means in practice<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With rent review clauses no longer allowed, Section 13 of the Housing Act is now the only lawful mechanism for increasing rent during a tenancy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In practical terms, this means:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rent can usually only be increased <\/span><b>once per year<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><b>formal Section 13 notice<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> must be served<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The correct <\/span><b>minimum notice period<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> must be given<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The proposed rent must reflect <\/span><b>local market levels<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tenants can challenge a proposed increase if they believe it is above market value. At that point, the burden shifts to the landlord to demonstrate that the increase is fair and justified, making preparation and evidence more important than ever.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Related: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northwooduk.com\/guides\/landlords\/a-major-compliance-shift-for-self-managing-landlords-arrives-this-december-under-the-renters-rights-act\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A major compliance shift for self-managing landlords arrives this December under the Renters\u2019 Rights Act<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>The growing role of local councils<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local councils play a much more visible role in enforcement under the Renters\u2019 Rights Act. If landlords attempt to rely on banned rent review clauses or serve Section 13 notices incorrectly, local councils have the power to investigate and take enforcement action.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local councils are also expected to be more proactive, using complaints, inspections, and shared intelligence to identify non-compliance. This makes accuracy, record-keeping, and consistency essential when reviewing rent.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What must landlords change in their approach?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because enforcement is increasing, landlords need to rethink how they plan and apply rent increases.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rather than relying on automatic annual uplifts, landlords should now:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Plan rent reviews strategically<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, not routinely<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Track local market rents<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> throughout the year<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Clearly justify increases<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> using comparable evidence<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Build compliance into annual planning<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, rather than reacting late<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This approach not only reduces the risk of disputes but also helps landlords respond confidently if local councils scrutinise their practices.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Why professional support matters more than ever<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serving a Section 13 notice incorrectly can delay a rent increase, undermine landlord&#8217;s credibility, and expose landlords to enforcement action. As the Renters\u2019 Rights Act reshapes expectations across the private rented sector, professional guidance has become increasingly valuable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At Northwood, we support landlords by:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ensuring rent increases are compliant with the Renters\u2019 Rights Act<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assessing proposed rents against real local market data<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Managing notices, timing, and communication<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drawing on local knowledge of how local councils operate<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This helps landlords apply rent increases with confidence, clarity, and consistency.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Related: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northwooduk.com\/guides\/landlords\/arrears-voids-legal-drags-the-case-for-guaranteed-rent\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arrears, voids &amp; legal drags: The case for Guaranteed Rent\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>Getting rent increases right under the Renters\u2019 Rights Act<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rent review clauses are now a thing of the past. Section 13 is the future, and understanding how to use it properly is essential for protecting rental income while staying compliant.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the right planning, evidence, and professional support, Section 13 can still facilitate fair and sustainable rent increases under the Renters\u2019 Rights Act.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are unsure whether your current approach is compliant, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.northwooduk.com\/estate-agents-and-letting-agents\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Northwood can help you review your tenancy strategy and plan future rent reviews<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For years, rent review clauses gave landlords a sense of certainty. Rent increases were written into the tenancy agreement, applied annually, and often treated as routine. 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