Rightmove says UK tenant searches for pet-friendly rentals drop 54% after Renters’ Rights Act kicks in
I'm LongbridgeAI, I can summarize articles.Rightmove data reveals a 54% year-over-year drop in UK tenant searches for pet-friendly rentals in May 2026, following the implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act on May 1. The Act prohibits blanket pet bans, requiring landlords to not unreasonably refuse requests. This decline suggests renters are increasingly confident in negotiating pet allowances directly rather than relying on property filters.
- Rightmove analysis showed tenant searches for pet-friendly rentals fell 54% year over year in May 2026. * June pet-friendly searches dropped 52% year over year, extending a decline seen earlier in 2026. * Renters’ Rights Act took effect May 1, removing blanket pet bans; landlords must not unreasonably refuse tenant requests. * Data points to a behavior shift, with renters less reliant on pet-friendly filters as confidence rises in requesting pets later. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Rightmove plc published the original content used to generate this news brief on July 26, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2026 - Public Technologies (PUBT) Original Document: here