Section 21 challenge letter

Understand what a Section 21 notice means and create a response letter where appropriate.

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Enter your details

Your full name

Your address

Landlord or agent name

Their address (if known) (optional)

Date on the Section 21 notice

When did your tenancy start?

Was your deposit protected in a scheme?

Were you given an Energy Performance Certificate?

Were you given a gas safety certificate?

Were you given the How to Rent guide?

Are there any outstanding repair requests? (optional)

Dear Sir/Madam,

Yours faithfully,

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Send this letter

Send to your landlord or their agent by email and post. Keep copies of everything.

Get legal advice urgently

Contact Citizens Advice, Shelter, or a housing solicitor as soon as possible. Many offer free initial advice.

Do not leave immediately

A Section 21 notice does not mean you must leave by the date on the notice. Your landlord must get a court order before you can be required to leave.

Complaints

Take the next step when your landlord has ignored, delayed, or mishandled your complaint.

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Repairs

Create a clear formal complaint to your council or housing association about damp, mould, and poor living conditions.

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Repairs

Follow up overdue or ignored repair work with a stronger written request you can copy, print, or save as a PDF.

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