Can landlords enter their rented property even if their tenants don’t want them to?

This post was first published on 22 March 2024.

It looks at the respective rights of landlords and tenants when landlords want access to the property (for example to carry out an inspection) and tenants do not want this.

You can find the original post here.  The post was written by Tessa Shepperson.  This audio was read by Patrick Gee.

Find out more:

Landlord and Tenant Act 1985 section 11
The Housing Act 1989 section 16
Video on landlords access rights in case of emergency
Rent Repayment Orders are not just for HMO licensing claims
Video for tenants on  rent repayment orders

Further help

Landlords – if you are experiencing problems gaining access for inspections, our Property Access Kit (which contains barrister drafted forms for obtaining a gas injunction) can help.

Tenants – if your landlord is constantly entering your property without your permission, you can buy a guide with draft letters here.  See also here.