Lendlord Launches Free Tenancy Agreement Compliance Tool as UK's Biggest Tenancy Shake-Up Takes Effect on 1 May

London, 28 April 2026 - Property technology platform Lendlord has launched a free tenancy agreement compliance tool designed to help landlords and property investors prepare for the most significant regulatory change to the UK's rental sector in over thirty years.

From 1 May 2026, every existing Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) in the UK will automatically convert into an Assured Periodic Tenancy under the Renters' Rights Act. Fixed-term tenancies will be abolished outright, and Section 21 "no-fault" evictions will cease to exist. For landlords and property investors, this means every tenancy agreement in their portfolio must reflect the new periodic structure - and those who fail to comply, or attempt to let on a fixed-term basis after this date, face civil penalties of up to £7,000 per tenancy, enforceable by local authorities without a court order.

A second deadline follows on 31 May 2026, by which landlords must have provided every tenant in a pre-existing tenancy with the Government's official Renters' Rights Act information sheet, published on 20 March. Crucially, the burden of proof sits entirely with the landlord: it is not enough to send the document - landlords must be able to demonstrate it was received and acknowledged by the tenant.

A Free Tool Built for Landlords and Portfolio Investors

Lendlord's free tenancy agreement generator is specifically designed for landlords and property investors who need to update their tenancy agreements quickly and at no cost. The tool walks landlords through a simple nine-step guided form - from entering tenant details and property address through to reviewing and downloading a fully customisable, solicitor-backed PDF contract.

Four agreement types are available, each tailored to a different letting scenario:

• Periodic Tenancy Agreement - A rolling month-to-month contract with no fixed end date, fully compliant with the Renters' Rights Act 2025. This is the agreement type that every landlord will need from 1 May 2026.
• HMO Tenancy Agreement - A periodic room tenancy for Houses in Multiple Occupation, incorporating shared-living clauses covering common areas, fair utility usage and all mandatory safety regulations.
• Serviced Accommodation Agreement - A licence to occupy for short-term lets, including hotel-style services and utilities, exempt from the Renters' Rights Act framework.
• Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) - Available only for tenancies that are exempt from the new rules or that began before the legislation took effect. Lendlord flags a clear warning that this agreement type may not be valid for new private rentals after 1 May.

All templates are fully customisable in PDF, backed by a professional solicitor, and free to download with no limit on the number of agreements a landlord can generate.

Beyond the agreement generator, Lendlord's platform also addresses the 31 May information sheet deadline:

• Tracked Information Sheet Delivery - Rather than relying on email or post with no proof of receipt, landlords can share the mandatory information sheet directly with tenants through the platform. Real-time tracking confirms whether the document has been opened and read, giving landlords the evidence they need.
• E-Signature Proof of Receipt - Tenants can electronically sign an acknowledgement of receipt, creating a time-stamped, verifiable audit trail. For portfolio investors managing multiple tenancies, this eliminates the risk of being unable to prove compliance if challenged by a local authority.

The full toolkit integrates with Lendlord's portfolio management dashboard, giving landlords and investors a single place to manage tenancy documents, compliance dates, cash flow and rental income across their entire portfolio.

"Many landlords still don't realise that their existing AST agreements will be legally void from 1 May. Every tenancy in your portfolio needs a compliant periodic agreement, and you need to prove your tenants received the information sheet - not just that you sent it. A standard email or proof of posting won't be enough. That's why we made the tenancy agreement generator completely free - with no limit on downloads. A landlord with ten properties faces a potential exposure of £70,000 in fines. Our tool lets you generate all ten agreements, customise them, download solicitor-backed PDFs, and evidence delivery in a single afternoon." - Aviram Shahar, Co-Founder and CEO, Lendlord

Why Landlords and Property Investors Must Act Now

The transition affects an estimated 4.6 million private rented households in the UK. For landlords with a single buy-to-let or investors managing a portfolio of twenty or more properties, the operational challenge is the same: every agreement must reflect the new periodic structure, every tenant must receive the official information sheet, and every interaction must be evidenced to a standard that withstands enforcement action.

The Government's enforcement framework empowers local councils to issue fixed penalty notices without requiring a court hearing. A landlord who fails to provide the written statement of terms, or who continues to use a fixed-term AST after 1 May, is liable for a fine that can be levied per tenancy, per breach - meaning portfolio landlords face significantly higher cumulative risk.

Lendlord reports that sign-ups to its free tenancy agreement tool have increased by over 300% since the information sheet was published in March, with the majority of new users being landlords and property investors with between two and twenty properties who need to update multiple agreements before the deadline.

"Whether you're a first-time landlord with a single property or an investor with a large portfolio, the requirement is the same - and so is the penalty. What we're hearing from landlords is that they understand the rules are changing, but they don't know where to start. That's exactly why we built this as a free tool with a simple nine-step process: enter your tenant's name, add the property address, confirm the details, and download a solicitor-backed periodic agreement in PDF. You can then send the information sheet and get a signed receipt through the same platform. It takes minutes per property, and you have a full audit trail if you're ever challenged." - Aviram Shahar, Co-Founder and CEO, Lendlord

The Student Sector and Ground 4A

The abolition of fixed terms creates a particular challenge for the student lettings market, which traditionally operates on an academic-year cycle. The Act introduces a new mandatory ground for possession - Ground 4A - allowing landlords of purpose-built student HMOs to regain possession at the end of the academic year, provided the property is let exclusively to full-time students.

Lendlord's dedicated HMO tenancy agreement template - which includes specific shared-living clauses for common areas, fair utility usage and mandatory safety regulations - has been updated to incorporate Ground 4A provisions. The platform's compliance tracking also flags student tenancy renewal dates alongside the new notice period requirements.

Rent Increases: What Changes for Landlords

Landlords and property investors who currently rely on contractual rent review clauses should note that these will cease to have legal effect from 1 May. The only legal way to increase rent will be via the Section 13 procedure, which requires serving a Form 4A notice with a minimum of two months' notice. The proposed increase must reflect market rates, and tenants retain the right to challenge any rise through the First-tier Tribunal.

Lendlord's yield and market data analytics help landlords build evidence-based rent proposals by providing comparable rental data for their area, reducing the risk of tribunal challenges and supporting sustainable portfolio returns. The platform's tenancy agreement templates can be customised to reflect the new Section 13 procedure, ensuring rent review terms are correctly worded from day one.

Available Now - Free for All Landlords

Lendlord's tenancy agreement generator is available immediately at no cost to any landlord or property investor in the UK. There is no limit on the number of agreements that can be generated. Landlords can choose from four agreement types - periodic, HMO, serviced accommodation and traditional AST - customise clauses for utilities and common areas online, then download a legally binding PDF contract instantly. The tracked delivery and e-signature compliance tools are included in the platform's standard plans. Landlords can sign up and start generating compliant agreements today at lendlord.io.