Downloads and tools

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Housing laws vary between England and Scotland. This page applies to England only. Get advice relating to Scotland

Quick and easy tools iconEasy tools to help you work out your rights and understand your options.

Emergency housing rights checker

If you don't have a home, the council may have a duty to house you. Use this tool to check your rights.
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Eviction checker

The rules on how and when your landlord can evict you depend on the type of tenancy you have.
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Tenancy checker

To understand your rights, you need to be certain what kind of tenancy you have. Use this online checker to find out. Start assessment

Deposit checker

Find out immediately whether your landlord has to use a tenancy deposit protection scheme or not.
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Checklists and forms

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Sample letters

Templates to help you put things in writing.

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Advice booklets

Handy guides giving practical, jargon-free information.

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