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01 Jan 2025·Northern Ireland·Review

Private Tenancies (NI) Order 2006 sets minimum notice periods and tenancy conditions for Northern Ireland landlords

The Private Tenancies (NI) Order 2006 governs private renting in Northern Ireland. It sets minimum notice periods, landlord repair obligations, and tenancy conditions. Notice periods increase with tenancy length, from four weeks for tenancies under one year up to twelve weeks for tenancies of ten or more years.

The Private Tenancies (NI) Order 2006 governs private renting in Northern Ireland. It sets minimum notice periods, landlord repair obligations, and tenancy conditions. Notice periods increase with tenancy length, from four weeks for tenancies under one year up to twelve weeks for tenancies of ten or more years.

Action required

Review your tenancy agreements to ensure compliance with the Private Tenancies (NI) Order 2006. Northern Ireland operates a separate legal framework from England and Wales. Do not apply English tenancy law to NI properties.

Effective

Ongoing

Who this affects

All private landlords in Northern Ireland

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