Types of Tenancy - Regulated Tenancies

Most lettings by private landlords, which began before 15 January 1989, are regulated tenancies under the Rent Act 1977 unless the landlord and tenant live in the same house. Regulated tenants have greater security of tenure and are subject to rent control.

A tenant whose tenancy is regulated by the Rent Act 1977 is unlikely to be evicted unless significant rent arrears have been accumulated or the landlord can provide suitable alternative accommodation. You can find more information in the leaflet Regulated Tenancies available from the GOV.UK website.