AI Generated British Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreement (AST Agreement)
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This Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreement is made on 2024-01-01 between the Landlord and the Tenant.

The Landlord is the owner of the Property and lets the Property to the Tenant.

The Tenant agrees to take the Property on the terms set out in this Agreement.

The Landlord's full legal name is John Smith, address is 123 High Street, London, SW1A 1AA, email is landlord@example.com, and telephone is 020 7946 0000.

The Tenants' full legal names are Alice Johnson and Bob Johnson, address is 456 Oak Avenue, Manchester, M1 1AB, email is tenant@example.com, and telephone is 0161 123 4567.

The Property is 123 High Street, London, SW1A 1AA.

The Property is let partly furnished.

The fixtures and fittings included in the Property are kitchen appliances such as oven and fridge, furniture such as beds and sofas, and curtains and carpets.

The Tenant shall have access to shared facilities including communal gardens and parking.

The tenancy begins on 2024-01-01 and is a fixed-term tenancy ending on 2024-12-31.

This Agreement creates an assured shorthold tenancy within the meaning of the Housing Act 1988.

A break clause is included allowing the Tenant to terminate the tenancy after six months by giving at least two months' written notice to end the tenancy early, in compliance with Section 24 of the Housing Act 1988 as amended.

The Tenant shall pay rent to the Landlord at the rate of \£1200 per month.

The rent shall be due on the 1st day of each month.

The first rent payment shall be made on 2024-01-01.

The Tenant shall pay the rent by bank transfer, standing order, or other electronic payment methods.

Late rent may incur interest at 3% above the Bank of England base rate from the due date until payment.

The Landlord may review the rent during the tenancy and increase it in accordance with the provisions of the Housing Act 1988.

The Tenant shall pay a security deposit of \£1200 to the Landlord.

The deposit is protected with the Deposit Protection Service within 30 days of receipt.

The current correct scheme address is The Deposit Protection Service, PO Box 270, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 7EJ. Contact details: telephone 0330 303 0030, email dps@tenancydepositscheme.com.

The prescribed information has been provided to the Tenant.

Any dispute over the deposit will be resolved via the scheme's free dispute resolution service.

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

The deposit or any balance shall be returned to the Tenant within 10 days of the end of the tenancy provided that the Tenant has complied with all obligations under this Agreement.

The Tenant shall use the Property for residential occupation only as a single private dwelling.

The Tenant may keep pets at the Property with the prior written consent of the Landlord which shall not be unreasonably withheld.

The maximum number of occupants allowed in the Property is 4 people.

The permitted occupants of the Property are the Tenant and immediate family, the Tenant, family, and occasional guests.

The Tenant shall not sublet the Property or any part of it.

The Tenant shall not use any part of the Property for business purposes.

The Tenant shall not smoke in the Property.

The Tenant shall not keep or use illegal substances in the Property.

The Tenant shall not cause a nuisance or harassment to neighbours or others.

The Tenant shall not park in non-designated areas.

The Tenant shall not keep more than two pets without the prior written consent of the Landlord.

The Tenant shall keep the interior of the Property clean and tidy at all times.

The Tenant shall pay the rent on time each month without any deductions unless previously agreed in writing with the Landlord.

The Tenant shall pay for all utilities including gas, electricity, water, and council tax during the tenancy.

The Tenant shall comply with all relevant laws including those relating to health, safety, and anti-social behaviour.

The Tenant shall not make any alterations or improvements to the Property without the prior written permission of the Landlord.

The Tenant shall not sublet or assign the tenancy without the prior written consent of the Landlord.

The Tenant shall not cause nuisance or annoyance to neighbours so as to interfere with the peaceful enjoyment of neighbouring properties.

The Tenant shall report any damage or need for repairs to the Property to the Landlord promptly.

The Tenant shall allow the Landlord access for viewings in the last two months of the tenancy upon 24 hours' notice.

The Tenant shall notify the Landlord of any change in occupants.

The Tenant shall leave the Property in the same condition as at the start (fair wear and tear excepted).

The Landlord shall maintain the structure and exterior of the Property in accordance with the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985.

The Landlord shall maintain any existing installations for the supply of heating, hot water, and sanitation.

The Landlord shall ensure that gas safety checks are conducted annually and the last gas safety check was conducted on 2023-08-15.

The Landlord shall ensure that electrical installations are safe and were last inspected on 2023-09-20.

The Landlord shall install and maintain smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.

The Landlord shall respond to repair requests within 3 days for non-emergencies.

The Landlord shall provide an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) at the start of the tenancy and ensure the Property meets the required minimum EPC rating under current regulations.

The Landlord shall provide copies of gas and electrical safety certificates to the Tenant before the tenancy starts.

The Landlord shall carry out all repairs within a reasonable time.

The Landlord shall comply with the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018.

The Landlord shall give the Tenant at least 24 hours' written notice before accessing the Property except in genuine emergencies.

Inspections shall be limited to no more than once every three months unless there is a specific reason.

The Tenant must not unreasonably refuse access.

The Tenant shall permit the Landlord or the Landlord's agents to enter the Property at reasonable times upon such notice for the purposes set out in clause 9.1.

The Tenant shall not make any alterations, decorations, or improvements to the Property without first obtaining the Landlord's written consent which shall not be unreasonably withheld.

The Tenant shall make any application for consent in writing.

The Tenant shall restore the Property to its original condition at the end of the tenancy if any alterations or improvements have been made.

The Landlord confirms that the structure of the Property is insured with Aviva Insurance under a policy that expires on 2025-12-31 with coverage of 250000.00.

The Tenant is responsible for insuring the Tenant's own contents if the Tenant so desires.

The Tenant shall be responsible for paying the council tax, water and sewerage charges, electricity charges, gas charges, and the TV licence during the tenancy.

The Tenant shall be responsible for minor repairs up to the value of 250.00 including replacing light bulbs and fuses, unblocking sinks and toilets, and minor painting and decorating.

The Landlord shall be responsible for structural repairs such as to the roof, walls, and foundations, exterior maintenance such as gutters and drains, gas, electrical, and plumbing installations, heating and hot water systems, and appliances provided such as cooker and fridge.

In the case of emergency repairs the Tenant shall notify the Landlord as soon as possible and the Landlord shall carry out such repairs without delay.

The Tenant must give at least one month's written notice to end the tenancy at the end of the fixed term (or two months if using the break clause).

The Landlord must use the correct Section 24 notice procedure under the Housing Act 1988 (as amended by the Deregulation Act 2015).

At the end of the tenancy the Tenant shall vacate the Property, remove all personal belongings, and return the keys to the Landlord.

The Tenant shall allow viewings in the last two months upon reasonable notice.

The Tenant shall comply with all health and safety laws applicable to the Property.

Both the Landlord and the Tenant shall comply with all anti-discrimination laws during the tenancy.

The Tenant shall comply with all environmental laws including waste disposal regulations.

The Tenant consents to the Landlord processing and sharing the Tenant's personal data with third parties for the purposes of tenancy management and compliance and legal requirements.

The Landlord shall retain the Tenant's personal data for a period of 6 years after the tenancy ends.

The Tenant has rights under data protection legislation including the right to access, rectification, and erasure of personal data.

The Landlord shall protect the Tenant's personal data using encryption of data, access controls, and regular audits.

Any notice given under this Agreement shall be in writing.

Notices to the Landlord shall be sent to 123 High Street, London, SW1A 1AA and may be sent by email.

Notices to the Tenant shall be sent to 456 Oak Avenue, Manchester, M1 1AB.

Notices may be served by hand delivery or by first class post and shall be deemed served 1 day after posting.

A period of 14 days' notice shall apply for general notices under this Agreement.

The parties shall first attempt to resolve any dispute by mediation.

The Tenant shall notify the Landlord of any dispute by written notice by post or by email to the designated address.

If the dispute is not resolved by mediation either party may commence legal action in the county court.

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Landlord and the Tenant and supersedes all prior understandings whether written or oral.

The parties acknowledge that they have not relied on any representations or warranties outside of this Agreement.

This entire agreement became effective on 2024-01-01.

This Agreement is governed by British law.

The courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any disputes arising from this Agreement.

The Landlord has carried out Right to Rent checks in accordance with the Immigration Act 2014.

The Tenant has provided evidence of their right to rent in the UK.

The Tenant must notify the Landlord immediately if their immigration status changes.

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

The Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999 shall not apply to this Agreement except that a Guarantor shall have the right to enforce any term conferring a benefit upon that Guarantor.

The inventory and property condition report are signed by both parties and attached to this Agreement.

A signed copy of the current gas safety certificate, electrical safety certificate, EPC, and the tenancy deposit prescribed information are attached as additional schedules.

If the Property is in a selective licensing area, the Landlord confirms compliance with any specific clauses required by the local authority.

The Tenant has been provided with a copy of the government's 'How to Rent' guide.

The Landlord is a member of The Property Ombudsman redress scheme for complaints, membership number: 123456.