A Tenant’s Guide to Renting in Oxfordshire

Renting in Oxfordshire can be straightforward, but understanding your rights and responsibilities is crucial. Here’s what every tenant should know before signing a contract.

1. Your Rights & Responsibilities

Your tenancy agreement outlines your rights (e.g., maintenance responsibilities) and obligations (e.g., paying rent on time). Read it carefully!

2. Deposit Protection

By law, your deposit must be protected in a government-approved scheme, such as:

• Deposit Protection Service (DPS)

• MyDeposits

• Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS)

3. Notice Periods

Most tenants in Assured Shorthold Tenancies (ASTs) must give one month’s notice when moving out, while landlords must provide at least two months' notice.

4. Council Tax & Utility Bills

• If you rent a whole property, you’ll typically pay all bills yourself.

• If you rent a room in an HMO, your landlord may cover council tax and some bills.

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