Form 4A is the prescribed notice landlords use in England to propose a rent increase under Section 13 of the Housing Act 1988. From 1 May 2026, periodic tenancies under the Renters Rights Act require a Section 13 notice for rent increases.

How much notice must I give for a rent increase?

You must give at least two months notice before the new rent can take effect. The new rent start date must be at least two calendar months after you serve the notice and must align with the tenancy period.

Is the LLCR Form 4A generator free?

Yes. The LLCR Form 4A generator is free to use. Complete the four-step form and download your PDF instantly. An email summary is optional. No account is required to generate the notice.

Is this Form 4A tool legal advice?

No. LLCR is a software provider, not a law firm. This tool helps you complete the official Form 4A template but does not assess whether your proposed increase is fair, lawful, or likely to be accepted. You should seek independent legal advice before serving any notice.

Do I need to sign Form 4A?

Yes. Form 4A notes confirm you can complete and sign the notice electronically or by hand. The notice must be signed by the landlord or an authorised agent before service. This tool fills the form fields but leaves the signature for you to add.

Can tenants challenge a Section 13 rent increase?

Yes. Tenants can refer the proposed rent to the First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) before the new rent start date. The tribunal will decide whether the proposed rent is significantly higher than the market rent for comparable properties.

How often can I increase the rent on an assured periodic tenancy?

Generally, only one rent increase is permitted in any twelve-month period. The first increase cannot take effect until at least twelve months after the tenancy started unless a different rule applies to your tenancy history.

Does the Renters Rights Act 2025 change how rent increases work?

Yes. From 1 May 2026, rent review clauses in tenancy agreements are no longer effective for increasing rent on periodic tenancies. Landlords must use the Section 13 Form 4A process instead.

How do I serve Form 4A correctly?

Sign the notice electronically or by hand, then serve a copy on every tenant named on the form. Use a method permitted by your tenancy agreement — or, if it does not specify, hand delivery, leaving the notice at the tenant's address, or registered post. Keep proof of service such as a certificate of service, witness statement, or recorded delivery receipt. Store the signed notice and proof in your compliance records.

Can I use this tool for properties in Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland?

No. This tool is designed for assured periodic tenancies in England using the official GOV.UK Form 4A. Different rules and forms apply in Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.

Free Form 4A Rent Increase Generator (England)

Reminder: This tool formats your answers onto Form 4A. It does not confirm your increase is valid or advise you on service. You remain responsible for checking every field before serving the notice.

Step 1 of 4

Step 1 · Property

Rental property address

Only one increase per year. The first increase cannot take effect until at least 12 months after the tenancy started.
At least 2 months notice. Serve this notice at least 2 months before the new rent can start.
Match the tenancy period. The new rent must start at the beginning of a rent period (Note A4).
Tenants can challenge. They may refer the proposed rent to the First-tier Tribunal before your start date.
Form 4A is required. Rent review clauses are no longer effective under the Renters Rights Act 2025.

Address line 1

Address line 2 (optional)

Town or city

County (optional)

Postcode

Step 2 · Rent

Current and proposed rent

Date you will serve this notice

The new rent cannot start until at least 2 months after this date (Note A2).

Current rent (£)

Rent frequency

Tenancy start date

Most recent increase (optional)

First increase after 11 Feb 2003 (optional)

Proposed new rent (£)

New rent start date

Optional service charges (section 4.7)

Leave blank if not applicable — empty amounts appear as “nil” on the form.

Step 3 · Landlord or agent

Who is serving this notice?

I am acting as the landlord's agent

Landlord name *

Landlord address line 1

Landlord address line 2 (optional)

Town or city

County (optional)

Postcode

Phone (optional)

Email (optional)

There are joint landlords (extra signature boxes on the form)

Step 4 · Review

Review before you generate

Tenant name(s)

If it is a joint tenancy, list all tenants (Note 1.1).

Notice sign date

Should match the date you sign and serve the notice. Synced with your service date from step 2.

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Before you serve the notice

Check every field on the completed notice against your tenancy agreement and records.

Sign the notice electronically or by hand — this tool does not apply your signature.

Serve a copy on every tenant using a method permitted by your tenancy agreement (or hand delivery, leaving at the tenant's address, or registered post if it does not specify) and keep proof of service.

If your tenancy is unusual, disputed, or recently changed, take legal advice before serving.

Rent review clauses no longer work for periodic tenancies — Form 4A is now the route.

From 1 May 2026, landlords in England must use a Section 13 notice (Form 4A) to propose a rent increase on assured periodic tenancies. Compliance gaps that were manageable before are now direct obstacles to possession — courts scrutinise your records when hearing Section 8 claims.

Read the full Renters Rights Act 2025 guide →

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