Changes to notice to quit periods

The Private Tenancies Act (Northern Ireland) 2022 has brought in changes to the length of notice to quit periods that landlords and tenants are required to give. These notice periods apply from 5 May 2022.

Use the 'find out more' button below to view the new notice periods.

The Private Tenancies Act (Northern Ireland) 2022 also contains a number of other important changes which will be implemented through subordinate legislation.

Work has commenced on the detailed regulations and supporting guidance needed to implement sections of the Act.

A plan summarising those activities and assumed timescales has been developed and we will inform landlords in good time before any sections of the Act are implemented. We would welcome your views on how best we can keep you updated and informed. Please let us know by e-mailing prs@communities-ni.gov.uk

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Right to Rent and Brexit

‘Right to Rent’ is a policy which only applies in England, but some Northern Ireland landlords may be worried that they could get into trouble if they rent to people who don't have permission to live in the UK.

For further information and advice visit Housing Advice NI.

Housing Advice NI

Landlord Registration Scheme

Registration as a landlord with the Landlord Registration Scheme must be renewed every 3 years whilst you are still a landlord. Reminder notifications are issued by email, text message and by post – please ensure that you renew your registration when prompted if you are still a landlord.

Please see below information available on nidirect on how to register/renew.

Landlords who need to register

All landlords who let properties under a private tenancy in Northern Ireland must register. You must provide accurate and up-to-date information about yourself and your properties.

Register or Renew

Central register of private landlords

There is one register of private landlords and registered rented properties. A central register of private landlords:

allows tenants, neighbours and local councils to identify if landlords are registered
provides information on the number of landlords in Northern Ireland and allows landlords to receive regular updates on the duties and responsibilities of landlords and tenants
provides education and support to landlords

It improves tenants’ confidence in their landlords and increases landlords’ accountability by:

promoting good practice
ensuring the right advice and help is available

Landlord Advice

The Landlord Advice line is a free service for landlords who have registered with the Landlord Registration Scheme and callers must have their landlord registration number to hand when making a call.

Use the button below to read case studies on the Landlord Advice website.

Landlord Advice is available between 9.30am – 2.30pm Monday to Friday.

Call 028 90 245640 and pick option 5.

Case Studies

Private renting in Northern Ireland

Visit nidirect for up to date information and advice for all things relating to private renting in Northern Ireland.

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