Renting Privately in Northern Ireland: Deposits, Rent Increases and Notice to Quit

Private renting in Northern Ireland has its own law, updated by the Private Tenancies Act (Northern Ireland) 2022. This course explains the Tenancy Information Notice, the one-month deposit cap, deposit protection deadlines, the 12-month rule on rent increases, notice to quit periods, safety standards, and protection from illegal eviction.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This course gives general information based on published official guidance as at October 2026. It is not legal or financial advice. Rules can differ between England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland; for help with your own situation, contact Citizens Advice, Shelter or another advice service.

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