The Renters' Rights Act and rent repayment orders
Learn how the Renters' Rights Act changes the rules on rent repayment orders, including new offences, time limits and maximum amounts.
Course summary
The Renters' Rights Act introduces major reforms to private renting from May 2026, including changes to rent repayment orders.
This course covers what a rent repayment order is, what offences can lead to an order being made and the changes made by the Renters' Rights Act.
You'll learn who can be subject to a rent repayment order, how the application process works and how much rent can be recovered.
Course information
Level: Introductory (Level 3)
Live webinar
- Available for: Groups
- Duration: Half day
What this course covers
This training can be delivered face to face or through an online webinar.
This course includes:
what a rent repayment order is
when an occupier or a local authority can apply
who can be subject to a rent repayment order
which offences a rent repayment order can be made for, including new offences created by the Renters' Rights Act
What you’ll learn
At the end of this training, you’ll be able to:
identify when a rent repayment order is an option
understand how the application process works
understand the local authority's role in applying for a rent repayment order
give practical advice on attending a First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) hearing
Who this training is for
You'll find it helpful if you already have some understanding of landlord and tenant law.
You might work as an adviser, or for a local authority or social landlord.
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