ISLANDERS will have the chance to learn more about Jersey’s biggest overhaul of residential tenancy law in more than a decade at two public engagement events next month.
Housing Minister Sam Mézec has signed the commencement order bringing the Residential Tenancy (Jersey) Amendment Law 2025 into force on 15 April 2026, introducing new protections and rules for both landlords and tenants.
Two sessions are planned to help islanders understand the reforms before they take effect. An in-person event at St Helier Town Hall will take place on Wednesday 1 April from 6pm to 7pm, followed by an online webinar on Thursday 2 April at the same time.
Both events will allow landlords, tenants and other stakeholders to put questions directly to the minister and officials.
The changes also create a Rent Tribunal, which will give tenants an independent way to challenge rent increases during a tenancy.
Deputy Mézec said the reforms represented a “major milestone in improving security, clarity and fairness for thousands of islanders who rent their homes”.
“Alongside the legislation coming into force, I am pleased that we are publishing clear and comprehensive guidance, as well as a new model tenancy agreement that reflects the updated requirements,” he added.
“These resources will help landlords and tenants prepare for the changes and ensure the transition to the new system is smooth and well understood.”
