Terms of a Tenancy Agreement - UK Landlords
The terms of the tenancy agreement effectively set out the rights and responsibilities of the landlord and tenant. The Terms are normally contained under a series of headings. Landlords should be clear that the law acts in such a way as to allow the tenant to do what they like with the property. It's important therefore that if any activity is to be prohibited, that this is written into the tenancy agreement. However, your scope to act is limited by the European Union directive on Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulations. This states that whilst the rest of the tenancy agreement remains valid, the terms which are 'unfair' to the tenant will be void. Therefore, if there is anything specific that is not covered by a standard tenancy agreement you should seek legal advice, or refer to the "Guidance on Unfair Terms in Tenancy Agreements" which should assist in phrasing any alterations to standard terms. It can be obtained from: ODPM Free Literature, PO...