LETTER REQUESTING LANDLORD’S DETAILS FROM AGENT - EXAMPLE
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Cut and paste the text of the letter below into a new word document.
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or make a choice whether to include the words in square brackets or not.
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send recorded delivery.
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Always keep a copy of your letter, and make a note of the deadline for response in
your diary or on your calendar.
[Your name and current address here]
[Date of your letter here]
[Agent’s name and address here]
Dear [Agent’s name here]
[ADDRESS OF THE PROPERTY YOU RENT(ED) HERE]
I am the [former] tenant of the above property. My assured shorthold tenancy agreement is
dated [date of agreement here].
Under section 1 of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, I hereby request you to provide me
with a written statement of the landlord’s name and address within the period of 21 days
beginning with the day on which you receive this request.
You should be aware that a person who, without reasonable excuse, fails to comply with this
request commits a summary offence and is liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding level 4
on the standard scale, which currently stands at £2,500.
I look forward to receiving your prompt reply.
Yours sincerely
[sign here]
[print your full name here]