A tenant pet request landlord teams once treated as a quick “yes” or “no” decision is now a time-sensitive compliance decision. Since 1 May 2026, the Renters’ Rights Act framework has changed how qualifying private landlords in England handle requests for pets. The starting point is no longer a blanket clause in a tenancy agreement. It is a written request, a documented assessment and a timely written response. For Burton-on-Trent landlords, especially those operating HMOs or