Which tenant payments remain permitted under the Tenant Fees Act in England?

Banned fee clutter reduced upfront costs

The Act lists permitted payments and caps deposits for many assured shorthold tenancies in England.

Still OK in principle

Rent and refundable tenancy deposits within caps where applicable.

Utilities and council tax when genuinely tenant responsibility.

Limited default fees where statutory tests are met.

Challenge unclear charges in writing and keep PDF receipts in tenant records.

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