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Help for landlords and tenants

Help for Landlords

Help to let your property

If you are a landlord with a house or flat to rent, you could let it through White Horse Lettings – our service dedicated to helping low income families stay in the local area.

Property licensing

house in multiple occupation (HMO) needs a licence if it is occupied by five or more people who are not all members of the same household. See our mandatory licensing page for more details.

Renters’ Rights Act

The Renters’ Right Act will come into effect from 1 May 2026. Changes introduced by the act will bring in new rights and responsibilities for landlords, letting agents and tenants. Find out more about the Renters’ Rights Act and how it will impact landlords.

Help for tenants

Tenants – find out about the Renters’ Rights Act and what your landlord’s legal obligations are.

Contact us - Private Sector Housing

01235 422436
(Text phone users add 18001 before dialling)

South Oxfordshire District Council
Private Sector Housing Team
Abbey House
Abbey Close
Abingdon
OX14 3JE