ASSURED SHORTHOLD TENANCY AGREEMENT

(under Part 1 of the Housing Act 1988, as amended)

This Tenancy Agreement is made on [startDate] between:

(1) [landlordName] of [landlordAddress] (the "Landlord"); and

(2) [tenantNames] (the "Tenant", and where more than one, jointly and severally).

1. The Property

1.1. The Landlord lets to the Tenant the property at:

[propertyAddress]

(the "Property"), being a whole-house, let on a unfurnished basis.

2. Term

2.1. The tenancy is for an initial fixed term of 12 months beginning on [startDate] (the "Term").

2.2. After the Term, the tenancy will continue as a statutory periodic tenancy on a monthly basis on the same terms, unless ended in accordance with this Agreement and applicable law.

3. Rent

3.1. The Tenant shall pay rent of [monthlyRent] per calendar month, in advance, due on day 1 of each month, by standing order to a bank account nominated by the Landlord.

3.2. The first payment is due on or before the start of the Term.

3.3. Where rent remains unpaid for 14 days, interest may be charged at 3% above the Bank of England base rate, in line with the Tenant Fees Act 2019 cap.

4. Deposit

4.1. The Tenant has paid a deposit of [depositAmount] (the "Deposit").

4.2. The Landlord shall, within 30 days of receipt, protect the Deposit in the DPS and provide the Tenant with the prescribed information.

4.3. The Deposit is held as security for any breach by the Tenant of the obligations in this Agreement, including unpaid rent and damage beyond fair wear and tear.

5. Tenant's Obligations

5.1. The Tenant shall:

(a) pay the rent and other sums due under this Agreement on time;

(b) use the Property as a private residence only and not for business purposes;

(d) report disrepair, damage, or hazards to the Landlord promptly in writing;

(e) not make alterations or redecorate without the Landlord's prior written consent;

(f) not assign, sublet, or part with possession without the Landlord's prior written consent;

(g) comply with all applicable laws, including not causing nuisance to neighbours;

(h) test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms regularly and report any faults;

(i) allow the Landlord (or agents/contractors) to inspect or carry out repairs on at least 24 hours' written notice, except in emergencies.

6. Pets

6.1. no.

7. Smoking

7.1. no.

8. Landlord's Obligations

8.1. The Landlord shall:

(a) keep in repair the structure and exterior of the Property and the installations for the supply of water, gas, electricity, sanitation, and heating, in accordance with section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985;

(b) ensure the Property is fit for human habitation throughout the tenancy in accordance with the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018;

(d) ensure the Property has a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) and provide a copy to the Tenant;

(e) ensure smoke alarms are installed on every floor and carbon monoxide alarms in every room with a fixed combustion appliance (other than gas cookers);

(f) provide the "How to Rent" guide and any other prescribed information.

9. Utilities and Council Tax

9.1. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the Tenant is responsible for:

(a) gas, electricity, and water charges;

(b) telephone, broadband, and television licence;

10. Insurance

10.1. The Landlord shall insure the Property and the Landlord's contents (where applicable). The Tenant is responsible for insuring the Tenant's own contents.

11. Termination

11.1. By the Landlord (during fixed term): the Landlord may seek possession on a Section 8 ground (Schedule 2, Housing Act 1988) where applicable, e.g. for serious rent arrears.

11.2. By the Landlord (at or after end of fixed term): the Landlord may serve a notice under section 21 of the Housing Act 1988 (subject to compliance with prerequisites in the Deregulation Act 2015 and applicable law in force at the time of service).

11.3. By the Tenant (during fixed term): the Tenant has no contractual right to end the tenancy early unless a break clause is included or the Landlord agrees in writing.

11.4. By the Tenant (after fixed term): the Tenant may end the periodic tenancy by giving at least 1 month's written notice expiring on a rent payment day.

12. End of Tenancy

12.1. At the end of the tenancy, the Tenant shall:

(a) return the keys and vacate the Property;

(b) leave the Property clean and in the same condition as at the start, fair wear and tear excepted;

12.2. The Deposit will be returned (less any agreed deductions) in accordance with the rules of the deposit protection scheme.

13. Tenant Fees Act 2019

13.1. No fees are payable by the Tenant beyond those expressly permitted by Schedule 1 of the Tenant Fees Act 2019 (rent, deposit, default fees, change-of-tenant fees, etc., subject to caps).

14. Right to Rent

14.1. The Tenant confirms they have the right to rent residential property in the UK and have provided documentation as required by the Immigration Act 2014.

15. Notices

15.1. Notices to the Landlord must be sent to the address in this Agreement. Notices to the Tenant may be served at the Property.

16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

16.1. This Agreement is governed by the law of England and Wales (and applies to property in England). The county courts have jurisdiction over disputes.

Signed by the Landlord:

Name: [landlordName]

Signature: _________________________

Date: ____________________________

Signed by the Tenant(s):

Name: [tenantNames]

Signature(s): _________________________