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Right to Manage (RTM) Eligibility Checker

Free RTM eligibility checker for UK leasehold blocks. Answer a few questions to see whether your building might qualify for Right to Manage — before you pay for formal legal advice.

Is the building mainly residential flats?

Do you have (or expect) support from at least 50% of flats?

Is there a qualifying landlord under the leases (not already resident-controlled)?

Does an RTM company already exist for this building?

More checks needed

  • • Gauge support from leaseholders before paying for formal notices.

Indicative only — confirm with a solicitor before serving an RTM notice.

Optional — we will send your figures and a link to the matching free template if there is one. No spam.

General information only — not legal, financial or professional advice. You are responsible for how you use these templates. Full disclaimer

Right to Manage lets leaseholders take over the management of their building without buying the freehold or proving fault by the landlord. This checker gives an indicative answer — always confirm with a solicitor before serving formal RTM notices.

Basic RTM requirements

  • The building must be wholly or partly residential.
  • At least 75% of the internal floor area must be residential.
  • At least 50% of the flats must participate in the RTM company.
  • The building must not be owned by a local authority or National Trust.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Right to Manage?+

RTM lets leaseholders form a company to take over management functions from the landlord without buying the freehold. It is set out in the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002.

Is this checker legal advice?+

No — it is an indicative guide only. Complex buildings, mixed use and existing RTM companies need proper legal review.

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