Occupation contract checklist

Last updated 14 June 2023 - substitute occupation contracts for converted contracts

Introduction

Since December 1 2022, private landlords in Wales are required to provide standard occupation contracts when letting a property out.

These new contracts come with a different set of regulatory requirements and landlords will have to ensure they are compliant with all of the rules.

This page provides guidance on what to have in place when someone moves in, as well as a downloadable resource for new contracts. The tenants can sign this document to show the landlord has complied with their obligations under Renting Homes Wales.