The Legislation
The Residential Tenancies Act 1987 and the Residential Tenancies Regulations 1989 deal with residential tenancy agreements. The main provisions of the Act and Regulations relating to owners’ and tenants’ rights and duties are summarised at the following link
Full details can be obtained at the following links:
The Residential Tenancies Act 1987
Residential Tenancies Regulations 1989
Magistrates Court
Matters of dispute are ruled on by the local Magistrates Courts.


