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This Tenancy Agreement is made on 2023-10-15 between the Landlord and the Tenant.

The parties confirm that this date accurately reflects when both parties intend to be bound by this tenancy agreement.

The Landlord is the owner of the Property and agrees to let the Property to the Tenant.

The Tenant agrees to take the Property from the Landlord subject to the terms and conditions set out in this Agreement.

The Property is a modern two-bedroom flat in central Islington, London, with open-plan living area and balcony known as 123 High Street, Islington, London, N1 9AB.

The Property is a two-bedroom flat with two bedrooms and one bathroom.

The kitchen fixtures and fittings included in the Property are an integrated oven, gas hob, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, and washing machine.

The bathroom fixtures and fittings included in the Property are a bath with overhead shower, toilet, sink, and heated towel rail.

The Property is furnished.

This Agreement creates an assured shorthold tenancy within the meaning of the Housing Act 1988 as amended by the Housing Act 1996 and the Deregulation Act 2015.

The tenancy begins on 2024-01-01 and is granted for a fixed term ending on 2025-06-30.

The rental period is 30 days.

If the tenancy is not terminated at the end of the fixed term it will automatically become a periodic tenancy.

The Tenant must pay the Landlord rent at the rate of 1250.0 per month.

The rent is payable monthly in advance on the 1st day of each month.

The Tenant must pay the rent by bank transfer or standing order.

The Landlord may review the rent periodically in accordance with the provisions of the Housing Act 1988.

If the Tenant falls into rent arrears the Landlord may charge interest on the arrears at the rate of 3 percent above the Bank of England base rate.

The Tenant must pay the Landlord a security deposit of \£1,200 on or before 2023-10-01 by bank transfer.

The Landlord will protect the deposit with the Deposit Protection Service (DPS) under account number DPS123456789 by 2023-10-05.

The Landlord may make deductions from the deposit for unpaid rent, damage beyond fair wear and tear, and cleaning costs.

Any deductions from the deposit must be supported by photographs of damage, receipts for cleaning and repairs, and written agreement from both parties.

The Landlord must initiate the deposit return process within 10 days after the tenancy end date.

The deposit will be returned to the Tenant by bank transfer to the Tenant\’s nominated account.

The Tenant must pay the rent on the due dates.

The Tenant must pay the council tax during the tenancy.

The Tenant must pay the water rates or charges during the tenancy.

The Tenant must pay for electricity, gas, internet and broadband during the tenancy.

The Tenant must keep the Property in a clean and tidy condition and carry out general maintenance.

The Tenant must obtain and maintain contents insurance for the Property.

The maximum number of occupants permitted is 4 people.

The Tenant must comply with all applicable laws and regulations including the provisions of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, the Protection from Eviction Act 1977, the Houses in Multiple Occupation (Management) Regulations 2006, the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2015, the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 and the Tenant Fees Act 2019.

The Landlord must keep the Property in repair and good condition throughout the tenancy in accordance with the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.

The Landlord must insure the structure of the Property against damage.

The Landlord covenants to provide the Tenant with quiet enjoyment of the Property.

The Landlord must respond to repair requests from the Tenant within 7 days for non-emergencies.

The Landlord is responsible for repairs to the structure of the Property including the roof, walls and foundations.

The Landlord is responsible for repairs to installations in the Property including plumbing, electrical systems and heating.

The Tenant is responsible for repairs to the interior of the Property including decorations and fittings.

The Tenant must report any repairs needed to the Landlord within 7 days.

The Landlord is responsible for emergency repairs such as burst pipes or electrical faults.

The Tenant is not responsible for repairs due to fair wear and tear.

The Landlord must provide the Tenant with at least 24 hours notice before accessing the Property for inspections, repairs and maintenance or viewings for new tenants.

The Landlord may deliver notice of access by post or email.

The Landlord may access the Property without notice in the case of emergencies.

The property is to be used solely as a private residence by the tenant and their immediate family members.

The Tenant is permitted to keep pets in the Property.

No smoking is allowed in the Property.

The Tenant must not sublet the Property.

The Tenant must not use the Property for any business activities.

The Tenant must not make alterations to the Property without the prior written consent of the Landlord.

The Tenant may decorate the Property without the prior written consent of the Landlord.

The Tenant must not make improvements to the Property without the prior written consent of the Landlord.

The Tenant must reverse any alterations or improvements at the end of the tenancy unless the Landlord agrees otherwise.

Where the Landlord grants consent for alterations or improvements the Tenant must use qualified contractors, submit plans and specifications in advance and indemnify the Landlord against damage or claims.

The Tenant must pay the council tax during the tenancy.

The Tenant must pay water and sewerage charges during the tenancy.

The Tenant must pay for the electricity supply during the tenancy.

The Tenant must pay for the gas supply during the tenancy.

The Tenant must pay for the TV licence during the tenancy.

The Landlord\’s insurance policy is provided by Aviva Insurance under policy number POL123456789 and expires on 2025-12-31.

The Tenant must obtain and maintain contents insurance.

This section covers breaches such as failure to pay rent on time, causing damage to the property, or engaging in activities that disturb neighbors.

The Landlord may issue a notice to the Tenant specifying the breach and requiring the Tenant to remedy the breach within 14 days.

The Landlord may issue notices for non-payment of rent, property damage and nuisance or annoyance.

The landlord may issue a notice to remedy the breach within 14 days, and if not resolved, may seek eviction or damages through legal proceedings.

The Landlord may recover legal costs from the Tenant in the event of a breach.

Breach notices may be delivered by hand delivery or recorded post.

The Landlord may end the tenancy by giving the Tenant 2 months notice in writing.

The Tenant may end the tenancy by giving the Landlord 1 month notice in writing.

The fixed term of the tenancy ends on 2025-06-30.

The Tenant may surrender the tenancy early by agreement with the Landlord.

At the end of the tenancy the tenant must return all keys, leave the property in good condition, and schedule a final inspection with the landlord within 7 days of vacating.

This Agreement contains a mutual break clause allowing either party to terminate after 6 months by giving 2 months notice.

The Guarantor guarantees the obligations of the Tenant under this Agreement.

The Guarantor\’s liability is joint and several with the Tenant.

The Guarantor\’s liability lasts for the entire tenancy term only.

The Guarantor is liable for any rent arrears caused by the Tenant.

The Guarantor is liable for damages to the Property caused by the Tenant.

The Guarantor must cover the Landlord\’s legal costs if the Tenant breaches the Agreement.

The Guarantor\’s liability begins on 2024-01-01.

Notices under this Agreement may be served by post or email.

Notices to the Landlord must be sent to 123 High Street, London, SW1A 1AA.

Notices to the Tenant must be sent to 456 Oak Avenue, Manchester, M1 1AA.

Notices sent by post are deemed served 48 hours after posting and notices sent by email are deemed served on the next working day.

The parties must attempt mediation before escalating any dispute to court.

Mediation must be conducted through CEDR and must be initiated within 30 days after the dispute arises.

The parties must share the costs of mediation equally.

If the dispute is not resolved by mediation it must proceed directly to the County Court.

The courts of England and Wales have exclusive jurisdiction over any unresolved disputes.

The Landlord confirms that the Property is fitted with smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms in accordance with the Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2015.

The Tenant must not interfere with or disable the alarms and must notify the Landlord immediately if any alarm fails.

The Landlord confirms that the electrical installations in the Property meet the required safety standards in accordance with the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020.

The Landlord will provide the Tenant with a copy of the electrical installation condition report before the start of the tenancy.

In accordance with the Tenant Fees Act 2019 the Landlord must not charge the Tenant any fees other than rent, a refundable deposit, a holding deposit or charges for late rent payment, replacement keys or breach of the tenancy.

This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the Landlord and the Tenant and supersedes all prior agreements, understandings or arrangements whether oral or in writing.

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable such provision shall be severed and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

No variation of this Agreement shall be effective unless it is in writing and signed by or on behalf of each of the parties.

This Agreement is governed by British law.

The parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

The Deposit Protection Scheme Certificate is attached to this Agreement and forms part of it.