#7 Re: PCN x5 – Private Land, No Permit. UKCPS – The Bar, St James Gate
on 10 Dec, 2025 20:50 in Private parking tickets
Thank you very much this comprehensive response. I have submitted 2 appeals on the online portal so far and plan to do the remaining 3 now. My Assured short hold tenancy agreement says absolutely nothing about parking as far as I am aware: 1. TENANT OBLIGATIONSThe Tenant agrees with the Landlord that throughout the Tenancy the Tenant will:1.1. General1.1.1. Any obligation upon the Tenant under this Agreement to do or not to do anything shall also require the Tenantnot to permit or allow any licensee or visitor to do or not to do that thing.1.1.2. To be responsible and liable for all the obligations under this Agreement as joint and several Tenant if theTenant forms more than one person, as explained in the Definitions.1.2. Pay Rent1.2.1. Pay the Rent and any other sums due to the Landlord in the manner set out in this Agreement, whetherformally demanded or not.1.3. Pay Interest1.3.1. Pay interest on any amounts of Rent due and in arrears by in excess of 14 days at the rate of 3% above theBank of England annual base rate calculated on a day to day basis from the date that the same shall become dueuntil payment in full is made.1.4. Pay for Council Tax1.4.1. Unless the Rent is expressed as being inclusive of council tax, to pay the council tax (or any similar chargewhich replaces it) in respect of the Property either directly to the local authority, or by paying that sum to theLandlord where the Landlord has paid that sum to the local authority (whether legally required to do so or not) within14 days of receiving a written request for such monies.1.5. Pay for Utilities1.5.1. To pay all charges falling due for the following services used during the Tenancy:Council Tax, Water (which includes any systems utilised for the heating or cooling of water, within theProperty), Sewerage, Gas, Electricity & Other Fuel, Telephone, Broadband, Satellite Television, Cable Television,and TV Licence1.6. Care for Property1.6.1. Not cause or allow any damage or loss to the Property or Contents, fair wear and tear excepted, and use theProperty and Contents in a proper and tenant-like manner.1.6.2. The Tenant is liable to change, replace or renew at his/her own cost all light bulbs, batteries, and extractor fanfilters, and dishwasher and water softener salt.1.6.3. To inform the Landlord immediately in writing when it comes to the notice of the Tenant of any repairs or othermatters falling within the Landlord's obligations to repair the Property.1.7. Replace Broken Glass1.7.1. Promptly replace all **** or broken glass with the same quality glass, where the crack or breakage iscaused as a result of any action or misuse or negligence of the Tenant, a third party, any family or visitors, whetherinvited or not.1.8. Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide Detector1.8.1. Ensure that all smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are kept in good working order by ensuring that theyare kept free from obstruction, tested regularly and replacing batteries when necessary.1.9. Good Repair1.9.1. Keep the Contents including all electrical gas and other appliances equipment and apparatus in good repairand condition, fair wear and tear excepted.1.9.2. Take care not to cause an overload of the electrical circuits by the inappropriate use of multi-socket electricaladaptors or extension cables when connecting appliances to the mains electric system.1.10. Preserve Interior Condition1.10.1. Keep the Property and the Contents in good order and in a clean condition as at the commencement of theTenancy, fair wear and tear excepted.1.10.2. Permit the Landlord to give the Tenant notice in writing of any necessary works of repair, cleaning,restoration, or replacement which is the obligation of the Tenant to be undertaken within a reasonable time agreedbetween the Tenant and the Landlord.1.11. Clean Windows1.11.1. Clean the inside and outside of the easily accessible windows regularly and at the end of the Tenancy.1.12. Prevent Obstructions1.12.1. At all times take all reasonable precautions not to cause blockage to the drains and pipes in or about theProperty and keep gutters, gullies and downpipes free of debris. In the event that a blockage is caused as a result ofmisuse or negligence of the Tenant, his/her family or visitors, the Tenant shall be liable to clear, or arrange theclearance of, the blockage or debris.1.13. Protect from Freezing1.13.1. At all times, to ensure that all reasonable precautions are taken to protect the Property against freezing andburst pipes, provided the pipes and other installations are kept adequately insulated by the Landlord. To reimbursethe Landlord in respect of any damage caused to the Property as a result of frozen or burst pipes due to the Tenantfailing to take reasonable precautions.1.14. Keep Ventilated1.14.1. Keep the Property adequately ventilated and make good use of extractor fans (where provided) so as toreduce the occurrence of condensation and wipe away any occurring condensation to prevent any resultant mouldand damage to the Property and the Contents.1.15. E-bikes or E-scooters1.15.1. The Tenant agrees not to store or charge an E-bike or E-scooter in or about the Property or permit any otherresident in the Property nor to allow his invited guests or visitors to do so without the Landlord's prior writtenconsent which will not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. If in breach of this clause, the Tenant will be liable for orto compensate the Landlord for any damage caused and to restore the interior and/or exterior of the Property to thecondition described in the Inventory.1.16. Fuel Storage1.16.1. Any coal/logs stored at the Property must be stored in an appropriate and suitable receptacle in such a placeas will not cause damage to the Property or the Contents.1.17. Prevent Infestation1.17.1. Not keep any refuse or rubbish in the Property and regularly dispose of the same in a suitable receptacle tomaintain acceptable levels of hygiene and prevent outbreaks of any infestations such as pests or disease. In theevent of an infestation, to clean, arrange, or compensate the Landlord for the cleaning of the Property with de-infestation cleaner to a professional standard at the end of the Tenancy if de-infestation is necessary.1.18. Maintain Gardens1.18.1. Keep any gardens and grounds including any pond, terrace or patio included in the Property in a neat,unobstructed and tidy condition and free from litter and weeds. Keep the grass cut and reasonably maintain anylawns, trees and shrubs in a proper manner as seasonally required. Not to cut down or remove any trees, shrubs orplants (other than annual plants) or otherwise alter the existing design content or layout of the said garden orgrounds without the prior written consent of the Landlord, which will not be unreasonably withheld.1.19. Not Alter Property1.19.1. Not alter or in any way interfere with the construction or arrangement of the Property. Not to carry out anyredecoration or make any alteration in or addition to the exterior or interior of the Property without the previousconsent in writing of the Landlord, which will not be unreasonably withheld.1.20. Not Remove Contents1.20.1. Not remove or allow the removal of the Contents from the Property or store the Contents in any way whichmay lead to the condition of the Contents to be damaged or deteriorate at a quicker pace than they would if theyremained in the places recorded in the Inventory.1.21. Not Affix Items to Walls1.21.1. Not to hang pictures other than with a reasonable number of commercially available picture hooks orfastenings without the prior written consent of the Landlord, which will not be unreasonably withheld.1.22. Not Post Signs1.22.1. Not to display or allow to be displayed any notice, sign, banner or placard visible from outside the Propertywithout the prior written consent of the Landlord, which will not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. The Landlordreserves the right to withdraw, for reasonable grounds and upon reasonable notice, any consent previously given.1.23. Not Affix or Erect Aerial or Satellite Dish1.23.1. Where not already provided or available at the Property, not to affix or erect outside the Property anytelevision or radio aerial or satellite dish or install any cable television or cable telephone without the prior writtenconsent of the Landlord, which will not be unreasonably withheld or delayed but may be subject to conditions. Wheregranted such consent will be detailed under Special Tenancy Conditions or as an Addendum to this Agreement. TheLandlord reserves the right to withdraw, for reasonable grounds and upon reasonable notice, any consent previouslygiven.1.24. Pets1.24.1. The Tenant agrees not to keep any animals or birds (whether domestic or otherwise) in the Property withoutthe Landlord's prior written consent which will not be unreasonably withheld or delayed.1.25. Smoking Prohibition1.25.1. Not to smoke or allow any other person to smoke any cigarettes cigars pipes or other forms of tobacco orother substances, including vapes, within the Property without the prior written consent of the Landlord. Wheregranted such consent will be detailed under Special Tenancy Conditions or as an Addendum to this Agreement. TheLandlord reserves the right to withdraw, for reasonable grounds and upon reasonable notice, any consent previouslygiven. In the event of any breach of this clause then the Tenant shall pay such costs to the Landlord for making goodany resultant staining, discolouration, burn marks or odour present at the Property at the end of the Tenancy.1.26. Changing Locks1.26.1 Not alter, change or install any locks on any doors or windows in or about the Property or have any additionalkeys or remote control devices made, except in the case of an Emergency, without the prior written consent of theLandlord, which will not be unreasonably withheld or delayed.1.26.2. Where consent to change locks is granted, one set of the new keys must immediately be made available tothe Landlord and at the end of the Tenancy the Tenant must provide the same number of sets of keys, fobs andother devices for the new locks as were provided by the Landlord at the commencement of the Tenancy.1.26.3. Where any keys the Tenant is responsible for are either lost or stolen, the Tenant shall be liable for the costof having the relevant lock/s changed for the Property, one set of the new keys must immediately be made availableto the Landlord and at the end of the Tenancy.1.27. Use of Burglar Alarm (if applicable)1.27.1. Take every precaution to ensure the correct use of the burglar alarm system to the Property and pay any callout charge or costs for the repair or for re-setting of the system necessary as a result of misuse or negligence by theTenant, his/her family or visitors.1.27.2. Not change any burglar alarm code without the prior written consent of the Landlord, which will not beunreasonably withheld or delayed. Where such consent is granted the Tenant will promptly provide the Landlordwith the details of the new code.1.28. Secure Property1.28.1. Not leave the Property unattended or unoccupied for any period whatsoever without locking and securing alldeadlocks and other locks and bolts fitted to the doors and windows permitting access to the Property and ensuringthe burglar alarm (if any) is activated.1.29. Notify & Action if Unoccupied1.29.1. Not leave the Property vacant, unattended or unoccupied for a period of more than 14 consecutive dayswithout first giving reasonable notice to the Landlord of the intention to do so.1.29.2. After leaving the Property unattended for any period of 7 days or more, to flush through the water systemsby running all taps and showers for 20 minutes and by flushing all toilets to reduce the risk from exposure tolegionella bacteria.1.30. Landlord's Insurance1.30.1. Not to do, permit to be done, or fail to do anything that may render void or invalidate any policy of insuranceon the Property or the Contents nor anything that may cause an increased premium to be payable, provided that acopy of the relevant sections of the policy has been given to or shown to the Tenant at the start of the Tenancy orwithin a reasonable time thereafter. To pay the Landlord all reasonable sums paid by the Landlord for any increase inpremiums and all reasonable expenses incurred by the Landlord incurred as a result of a failure by the Tenant,his/her family or visitors to comply with this clause.1.31. Tenant's Personal Possessions1.31.1. For the avoidance of doubt, there is no cover provided by any insurance policy maintained by the Landlordfor any personal possessions introduced into the Property by the Tenant. The Tenant is strongly advised to insurehis/her own belongings with a reputable insurer.1.32. Permit Access1.32.1. Permit the Landlord or anyone with the authority of the Landlord at reasonable hours by no less than 24hours prior written notice (save in the case of an Emergency) to enter the Property to view the state and conditionthereof or to undertake any necessary repairs in compliance with obligations placed on the Landlord by law, or othernecessary repairs or redecoration of the Property or require access to effect work to a neighbouring property orboundary divide. Should the Tenant agree that the Landlord, Agent or authorised contractor can have access relatingto any of the above mentioned circumstances with the Landlord or anyone with the authority of the Landlord andaccess is denied/not possible due to the Tenant refusing or restricting access, The Tenant will be responsible fordefault costs incurred by the Landlord associated with this breach.1.33. Permit Viewing1.33.1. Permit the Landlord or anyone with the authority of the Landlord by reasonable prior appointment to showthe Property:a. To potential tenants or purchasers during the last two months of the Tenancy or other period of notice; orb. To potential purchasers in the event of the Landlord wishing to sell or otherwise deal with the reversion of theProperty with the benefit of the Tenancy at any time during the Tenancy.1.34. Permit Notices1.34.1. Permit the Landlord to affix a notice of re-letting or selling on the Property during the last two months of theTenancy or other period of notice, or a notice of selling in the event of the Landlord wishing to sell the Property withthe benefit of the Tenancy at any time during the Tenancy.1.35. Take Remedial Action1.35.1. In an Emergency to take appropriate reasonable remedial action to prevent further damage to the Propertyand give immediate notice to the Landlord.1.36. Give Notice of Defects1.36.1. Notify the Landlord immediately in writing upon becoming aware of:a. Any damage, defect or want of repair of any nature affecting the Property or any of the Contents, whether ornot caused by any act, default or neglect of the Tenant, or any invitee of the Tenant; orb. Any burglary or attempted burglary upon the Property.1.36.2. And the Tenant shall be liable for all reasonable consequential excess loss and expense arising from anyfailure to give such notice.1.37. Forward Correspondence1.37.1. Pass to the Landlord as soon as is reasonably practicable following receipt, any notice or othercommunication left on or delivered or posted to the Property that are addressed to the Landlord with the exceptionof obvious circulars or marketing material.1.38. Leasehold (Lease) or Freehold Covenants and Restrictions1.38.1. Where applicable and provided that prior to the signing of this Agreement the Tenant is notified in writing orgiven a copy of the relevant documents, the Tenant agrees to observe and not breach or contravene any terms inthe Lease or any Deed under which the Landlord holds the Property.1.38.2. The Tenant will comply with all and any new regulations relating to the building which may be introducedfrom time to time and which are notified to the Tenant in writing and protect the Landlord from loss arising from anyclaim in respect of any breach or non-observance of the same.1.39. Deed of Covenant (if applicable)1.39.1. If requested and at the Landlord's expense the Tenant will enter into a Deed of Covenant or such other Deedas the superior landlords may reasonably require.1.40. Communal Areas (if applicable)1.40.1. Not to obstruct any common passageways, hallways and staircases nor keep or store or place any item orpackage or bicycle or pushchair in any communal area of the Property.1.40.2. Not to hang or permit to be hung or exposed any clothes or other articles in any communal or shared gardenor upon the exterior of the Property except where expressly permitted by the Landlord in writing.1.41. Not Assign or Sublet1.41.1. Not to assign this Agreement without the prior written consent of the Landlord, which will not beunreasonably withheld or delayed. Where the Landlord grants consent this may be subject to reasonable conditionsand the Tenant will be liable for the reasonable fees and expenses incurred by the Landlord in granting such consentor arranging such assignment.1.41.2. Not to mortgage or charge the benefit of this Agreement;1.41.3. Not to take in or receive paying guests or lodgers without the prior written consent of the Landlord.1.41.4. Not sub-let, part with or share possession or occupation of the Property or any part of the Property with anyperson not named as Tenant in this Agreement without the prior written consent of the Landlord, which will not beunreasonably withheld or delayed. Where granted, the Landlord may impose reasonable conditions of consent andthe Tenant will be liable for the reasonable expenses incurred by the Landlord in granting such consent.1.42. Not Cause Nuisance1.42.1. Not use the Property or allow others to use the Property in a way which may cause damage or a disturbance,nuisance, annoyance, or inconvenience to neighbouring adjoining or adjacent property or to the owners or occupiersof them.1.43. Music and Noise1.43.1. Not play any musical instrument, music player, radio or television or cause or permit any undue loud noise totake place in the Property so as to cause disturbance annoyance or inconvenience to the occupiers or owners of anyneighbouring adjoining or adjacent property or so as to be audible outside the Property between the hours of 11.00pm to 7.30 am.1.44. Permitted Use1.44.1. To use the Property for no other purpose than that of a strictly private residence for the occupation of theTenant and occasional guests only; anda. Not carry on at the Property or allow the Property to be used for any profession trade or business and not to letrooms or apartments or receive paying guests or lodgers in the Property;b. Not hold or allow to be held any large meeting or gathering upon the Property or any sale by auction thereon;c. Not use or permit the Property or any part thereof to be used for any illegal or immoral purposes;d. Not to register a business or company at the address of the Property.1.45. Combustible Matter1.45.1. Not take into or keep at the Property any combustible, offensive or dangerous fluids, fuels or materials or anygas, paraffin or other liquid fuel unless required for normal household use and fully comply with all fire precautionsor fire regulations made by the Landlord or the appropriate Fire Authority.1.46. Own Gas Appliances1.46.1. Immediately notify the Landlord if any gas appliance is brought into the Property by the Tenant and ensurethat it is properly connected to the appropriate pipework by a suitably qualified Gas Safe registered engineer and issafe to use. The Tenant will immediately stop using and remove any such gas appliance which is unsafe ordangerous to either the occupants or the Property.1.47. Prohibited Substances1.47.1. Not to use or consume in or about the Property at any time any of the drugs mentioned in the Misuse ofDrugs Act 1971 or any other controlled substances the use of which may hereinafter be prohibited or restricted.1.48. End of Tenancy1.48.1. At the expiration or sooner termination of the Tenancy:a. Clean the Property to the same standard as received on Check In. Contents including the washing or drycleaning (including ironing and pressing) of all bedding, linen, towels, carpets, curtains, upholstery and softfurnishings and other articles set out in the Inventory or articles substituted for the same which shall be shownby reference to the Inventory to have been soiled during the Tenancy;b. Make good and/or pay for the repair of or replacement of any of the Contents that are broken, lost or damagedduring the Tenancy, save for fair wear and tear;c. Notify all utility and council tax authorities of the date of termination of the Tenancy and pay all outstandingaccounts with the service providers up to and including the last day;d. Arrange for the return to the hire company prior to the check-out of any hired or rented television or otherequipment or appliance which the Tenant has hired or rented for his use at the Property;e. Deliver all keys and remote control devices to the Landlord and pay to the Landlord all reasonable costsincurred by the Landlord in replacing the locks or devices where such keys or devices are missing;f. Remove all personal items from the Property before the end of the Tenancy. The Tenant will be responsible formeeting all reasonable removal costs and/or storage charges for items left in the Property after the end orearlier termination of the Tenancy. The Landlord will remove and store such items for a maximum of onecalendar month, and take all reasonable steps to contact the Tenant in this regard and, where possible, willnotify the Tenant at the last known address. If the items are not collected within one calendar month theLandlord may dispose of them and the Tenant will be liable for the reasonable costs of disposal, which may bededucted from the Deposit or from any sale proceeds and if there are any costs remaining they will remain theTenant's liability; andg. Provide the Landlord with a forwarding address where the Tenant may be contacted after the Tenant hasvacated the Property and permit the Landlord to give the forwarding address to the suppliers of gas, electricity,fuel, water, telephone services, environmental services or other similar services incurred at the Property forwhich the Tenant is liable and Council Tax authority.1.49. Breach of Tenancy1.49.1. The Tenant shall pay the Landlord's reasonable legal costs and expenses (including VAT) incurred by theLandlord in enforcement or remedy of any breach of the Tenant obligations under this Agreement, whether or notthe same shall result in court proceedings.1.49.2. The Tenant shall pay the cost of any bank or other reasonable charges incurred by the Landlord if anystanding order payment or cheque submitted by the Tenant is withdrawn or dishonoured by the Tenant's bank.2. LANDLORD OBLIGATIONSThe Landlord agrees with the Tenant that the Landlord will:2.1. Deliver Up Property2.1.1. At the commencement of the Tenancy deliver:a. The Property and Contents in a tidy condition and cleaned;b. Any working chimney swept and clean; andc. All appliances, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in proper working order.2.2. Allow Quiet Enjoyment2.2.1. Permit the Tenant to quietly possess and enjoy the Property during the Tenancy without any unreasonable orunlawful interruption.2.3. Pay Outgoings2.3.1. Pay all taxes, insurance, service charge assessments, impositions and other outgoings in respect of theProperty, save for those expressly stated as the Tenant's responsibility in this Agreement.2.4. Maintain Property2.4.1. Carry out those repairs to the Property the liability for which is imposed upon the Landlord by Section 11 to 16of the Landlord & Tenant Act 1985. This liability obliges the Landlord to repair and keep in good order:a. The structure of the Property and exterior (including drains gutters and pipes);b. Certain installations for the supply of water, electricity and gas;c. Sanitary appliances (including basins, sinks, baths and sanitary conveniences); andd. Appliances for space heating and water heating; but not other fixtures fittings and appliances for making use ofthe supply of water and electricity.2.4.2. This obligation arises only after written notice has been given to the Landlord by the Tenant in accordancewith the terms of this Agreement;2.5. Maintain Appliances2.5.1. Put and keep in repair and proper working order the central heating system, electrical appliances and otherequipment provided by the Landlord for the use of the Tenant provided that the Tenant shall be responsible for thecost of such repair or replacement if it is necessary as a result of damage sustained through misuse or negligence bythe Tenant or his/her family, any visitor or guest.2.6. Burglar Alarm (if applicable)2.6.1. Maintain in proper working order the burglar alarm system (if any) provided to the Property save that any callout charge or costs for repair necessary as a result of misuse or negligence by the Tenant, his/her family, any visitoror guest shall be payable by the Tenant.2.7. Title and Consents2.7.1. The Landlord confirms that all necessary consents have been obtained to enable the Landlord to enter intothis Agreement.2.8. Safety Regulations2.8.1. The Landlord warrants that:a. Where applicable all upholstered furniture, soft furnishings, beds, bed bases, mattresses (and mattresstoppers), pillows, cushions and seat pads supplied to the Property comply with the provisions of The Furnitureand Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988 and The Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety)(Amendment) Regulations 1993;b. All gas appliances within the Property comply with the Gas Safety (Installation & Use) Regulations 1998 andthat all gas appliances will be checked for safety annually in accordance with The Gas Safety (Installation andUse) Regulations 1998. A copy of the Gas Safety Check Record will be provided to the Tenant at the start of theTenancy and within 28 days of the annual check undertaken during the Tenancy;c. All mechanical and electrical equipment in the Property are in good repair and working order and that allelectrical equipment supplied to the Property complies with The Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016and the Plugs and Sockets etc (Safety) Regulations 1994; andd. The Property is in a habitable condition.2.9. Smoke Detectors and Carbon Monoxide Detectors2.9.1. The Premises are compliant with The Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2015 at thestart of the Tenancy.3. NOTICES3.1. Address and Service3.1.1. The provisions for service of notices are that if either party send any document in relation to this Agreement tothe other, it shall be deemed to have been validly and sufficiently served delivered to the receiving party's addressor last known address by hand; sent by first class post or by registered post or recorded delivery to [Address Redacted], or if sent by email; to the email address provided by the Tenant atthe start of the Tenancy, and which has been confirmed as being their own: [Tenant Email 1 Redacted], and[Tenant Email 2 Redacted], or by email from the Tenant to the Landlord: [Landlord Email Redacted].Where notice is served by first class post, the notice shall be deemed to have been served two working daysafter the date of posting.Where notice is served by hand or email before 16:30 on a working day then the notice will be deemed servedthat day. If it is served after 16:30 on a working day, or served on a non-working day, then it will be deemedserved on the next working day.If the email provided above should no longer be appropriate for the service of notices then the other party mustbe notified of an alternative email address for this purpose.3.1.2. Any notice or document to be served on the Tenant may be served by the Landlord or by the Landlord's Agenton behalf of the Landlord.3.1.3. For the purposes of Sections 47 and 48 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 the address of the Landlord is asstated on page 2 of this Agreement. Where this address is in England and Wales notices on the Landlord (includingnotices in proceedings) may be served to this address. Where the Landlord's address is not in England and Wales,the address of the Landlord as detailed in this Agreement under Definitions may be used as an alternative addressfor the service of notices on the Landlord (including notices in proceedings). If either of these addresses shouldchange during the Tenancy the Tenant will accordingly be notified in writing.4. MISCELLANEOUS4.1. Stamp Duty Land Tax (if applicable)4.1.1. The Tenant shall be responsible for assessing his liability, if any and at any time, for Stamp Duty Land Taxrelating to this Tenancy, and for submitting the appropriate forms and payment to HM Revenue & Customs. Furtherinformation may be obtained from the HM Revenue & Customs enquiry line on 0845 6030135 or from their websiteStamp Duty.4.2. Agent of the Tenant4.2.1. Any payments in respect of or on account of Rent made by or drawn on accounts other than those of theTenant named in this Agreement will be accepted by the Landlord as payment made by or on behalf of the Tenantonly and in no circumstances shall constitute the creation of a new tenancy to any other person.4.3. Data Protection & Confidentiality4.3.1. The personal information of both the Landlord and the Tenant will be retained by the Landlord in accordancewith the terms of the Landlord's Agent's privacy policy ('the Policy') which both parties will have been served withand which is also available to view on the Landlord's Agent's website. In addition to the information provided to theLandlord about the Tenant in accordance with the Policy, the Tenant agrees that the Tenant's personal informationcan be forwarded to the Landlord. Such information may have been provided before, during or after the Tenancy.The Landlord thereafter may share details about the following:a. Details of performance of obligations under this Agreement by the Landlord and the Tenant;b. Known addresses/details of the Tenant and any other Permitted Occupiers; orc. Any other relevant information required by the parties listed below.4.3.2. This personal information can be shared with the following:a. Utility and water companies;b. The local authority;c. Authorised contractors;d. Credit and reference providers;e. Mortgage lenders;f. Legal advisors; org. Any other essential third party.4.3.3. This information can and will be provided without further notice only when the Landlord is authorised to do sounder the Policy.4.3.4. Section 45 Flood & Water Management Act 2010 The above Act places a legal obligation on the Landlordto provide the water authority when requested with a forwarding address for the Tenant following the end of theTenancy.4.4. Habitation4.4.1. If the Property or part of the Property is destroyed or made uninhabitable by any insured risk, and providedsuch damage is not as a result of any action or misuse or negligence of the Tenant, a third party, any family orvisitors, whether invited or not.a. The Rent will cease to be payable until such time as the Property is reinstated and rendered habitable;b. The Landlord shall not be responsible for re-housing the Tenant; andc. In the event that the extent of the damage is such that the Property is not made habitable within one month,either party may terminate the Tenancy by giving immediate written notice to the other party.4.5. Right to Rent4.5.1. All adults named as the Tenant or who reside at the Property as a Permitted Occupier, whether named in thisAgreement or not, must provide a valid passport and visa or work permit to the Landlord prior to taking occupationof the Property either before or during the Tenancy. If any person fails to comply, the Landlord may take anynecessary legal action to have the person evicted from the Property.4.5.2. If any person forming the Tenant or any Permitted Occupier changes or any additional occupant moves intothe Property during the Tenancy, the Tenant agrees to ensure that any new or additional persons complies with thelegal requirements of the Right to Rent conditions under the Immigration Act 2014 prior to moving into the Property.This will involve meeting the Landlord in person to provide valid documents to be checked and copied.4.6. Rent Increase (if applicable)4.6.1. The Landlord can increase the Rent every twelve months on or after the anniversary of the date on which theTenancy began ("Rent Increase Date"). For the avoidance of doubt this means that the Rent may increase on or after20th March 2026. The Rent may be reviewed again on or after the anniversary of the previous Rent Increase Date.The increase is to be calculated according to the rise in the Retail Prices Index from the start of the Tenancy, or theprevious Rent Increase Date, whichever is the later, to the month with the most recent available Retail Prices Indexdata. To avoid doubt if the Landlord does not increase the rent in any year this will not affect the Landlord's rights toincrease the Rent in subsequent years.5. INVENTORY5.1. Preparation of the Inventory5.1.1. If the Landlord chooses to obtain an Inventory at the start of the tenancy then the Landlord will be responsiblefor providing a fully comprehensive Inventory for the Property at the beginning of the Tenancy.5.2. Attendance5.2.1. If applicable the Tenant will attend, or appoint a representative to attend the appointment at which time theinspection which informs the Inventory will take place. In the event that the Tenant does not keep a prearrangedappointment, the Landlord reserves the right to carry out the Check In without the Tenant in attendance and send acopy to the Tenant once prepared. The Tenant will within seven days of the commencement date of the Tenancyrespond with any written amendments or notes.6. ASTThis Agreement is intended to create an Assured Shorthold Tenancy as defined by Section 19A of theHousing Act 1988 and shall take effect subject to the provisions for the recovery of possession set outin Section 21 of that Act.6.1. Provision for Re-Entry6.1.1. If at any time:a. The Rent, or any part of it, remains unpaid for 14 days after falling due, whether formally demanded or not;b. If any agreement or obligation of the Tenant is not complied with; orc. If any of the grounds set out in Schedule 2 of the Housing Act 1988 be made out.6.1.2. The Landlord may give written notice to the Tenant that the Landlord seeks possession of the Property. If theTenant does not comply with that Notice, the Landlord may gain possession of the Property by complying withhis/her statutory obligations; obtaining a court order; and re-entering the Property with a court approved bailiff. Thisclause does not prejudice any other rights that the Landlord may have in respect of the Tenant's obligations underthis Agreement.7. DEALING WITH THE DEPOSIT7.1. The Landlord shall lodge the Deposit with the Deposit Protection Service ('DPS') in a nominated client accountas soon as reasonably practicable. Any interest earned on the Deposit will be retained by The Deposit ProtectionService at the end of the Tenancy and any agreed balance of the Deposit (subject to the clauses below) will bereturned to the Tenant.7.2. After the Tenancy the Landlord is entitled with the written consent of the Tenant, to deduct from the sum heldas the Deposit any monies referred to in this Agreement. If more than one such deduction is to be made by theLandlord, monies will be deducted from the Deposit in the order listed.7.3. The Landlord shall notify the Tenant in writing of any deduction to be made under this Agreement. That noticeshall specify the amounts to be deducted and the reasons for any deductions to be made. No deduction will be madefrom the Deposit without the written consent of both parties. In the event there is no agreement between theLandlord and Tenant then either party may refer the matter to the DPS for adjudication. This process is set out in thePrescribed Information.7.4. At the end of the Tenancy the Landlord shall return the Deposit (subject to any deductions made under theAgreement) within 30 days of the end of the Tenancy except in the case of dispute. If there is more than one Tenant,the Landlord may return the Deposit by cheque to any one Tenant, at his sole discretion, at his/her last knownaddress. That person forming part of the Tenant will hold the Deposit in trust for all others forming the Tenant.7.5. If the amount of monies that the Landlord is entitled to deduct from the Deposit under the Agreement exceedsthe amount held as the Deposit, the Landlord may require the Tenant to pay that additional sum to the Landlordwithin 14 days of the Tenant receiving that request in writing.7.6. The Landlord may deduct monies from the Deposit to compensate the Landlord for losses caused for any or allof the following reasons:any damage to the Property and/or the Contents caused by the Tenant or arising from any breach of the termsof this Agreement by the Tenant;any damage caused or cleaning required as a result of any pets occupying the Property (whether or not theLandlord consented to its presence as set out in this Agreement;any sum repayable by the Landlord to the local authority where housing benefit or Local housing Allowance hasbeen paid direct to the Landlord by the local authority;any other breach by the Tenant of the terms of this Agreement;any instalment of the Rent which is due but remains unpaid at the end of the Tenancy;any unpaid account or charge for water including sewerage and environmental charges, electricity gas or otherfuels used by the Tenant in the Property;any unpaid council tax; orany unpaid telephone charges.7.7. The Tenant shall not be entitled to withhold the payment of any instalment of Rent or any other monies payableunder this Agreement on the ground that the Landlord holds the Deposit or any part of it.7.8. If the Landlord sells or transfers his interest in the Property the Tenant shall consent to the transfer of theDeposit (or the balance of the Deposit) to the purchaser or transferee. The Landlord shall then be released from anyfurther claim or liability in respect of the Deposit or any part of it.Much appreciated!