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3 plain-English guides on pets in rented homes for England landlords, written for the Renters' Rights Act 2025 and updated for the law in force in 2026.

Pets in rented homes

Can a Landlord Refuse a Pet in England in 2026? The New RRA Rules

Can a landlord refuse a pet in England in 2026? The RRA 2025 ended blanket bans, here's when you can lawfully say no and how the 28-day rule works.

18 min read
Pets in rented homes

Can a Landlord Say No Pets in the UK? What Changed on 1 May 2026

Can a landlord say no pets in the UK? Not by blanket ban. The Renters' Rights Act gives tenants a right to request a pet from 1 May 2026, here's the law.

14 min read
Pets in rented homes

A Landlord's Pet Policy Checklist for 2026

A practical landlord pet policy checklist for England in 2026: handle pet requests lawfully under the Renters' Rights Act, from acknowledgement to written

14 min read

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