UK Act of Parliament 2019 United Kingdom

Tenant Fees Act 2019

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What's here

1 compliance obligation, 2 practical guides · 1 journey

Penalty landscape

1 of 1 obligation carry an unlimited fine.

Who this Act binds

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  • Any Person 1

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Relevant guidance

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What this Act requires

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Schedules

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s.012

Offences

Unlimited fine
  • Repeat breach of tenant‑fee rules after penalty Any Person
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