Can I have a Rent Book?

By law, a landlord has to provide a rent book to somebody who pays rent weekly, unless the rent includes a substantial payment for meals.

The rent book must contain:

  • The name and address of the landlord and the landlord’s agent if there is one
  • The amount of rent to be paid
  • Description of the property for rent

If you pay rent weekly and your landlord fails to provide you with a rent book or the required information they have committed an offence, and in some cases may be prosecuted by the Council. If you ask your landlord for a rent book with this information but they do not give it to you, you should contact:

Tenancy Relations Service
Tenancy Relations Officer
Consumer Protection
154 Blackhorse Road
Walthamstow  E17 6NW
Tel 020 8496 3000

If you do not pay rent weekly you are not entitled to a rent book. However, you should make sure you get receipts for your rent, or pay by cheque or standing order to prove you have paid.

Contact Us:

Housing Services

Cedar Wood House
2d Fulbourne Road
Walthamstow  E17 4GG  (map)

Tel 020 8496 3000
Fax 020 8496 5431
Email housing.advice@walthamforest.gov.uk