From From 1 May 2013, a landlord will have a legal duty to provide new tenants with a tenant information pack will have to be provided for all new assured and short assured tenancies. This includes the renewal of existing tenancies where the landlord and tenant draw up a new lease. A tenant information pack will not be required for existing leases.
Information in the pack includes the obligation to provide a Gas Safety Certificate, Landlord Registration Number and Energy Performance Certificate amongst other pieces of information.
Failure to provide a tenant information pack is a criminal offence. If a landlord does not provide the pack, they can be fined up to £500.
The launch of the pack is supported by a new website - funded by the Scottish Government and created by Shelter Scotland and industry partners - offering renting guides to tenants.
If you require assistance with the preparation of such a pack, please contact us.