A property management firm is warning renters to check tenancy agreements before using their property’s garden for letting off fireworks.

Rushbrook says that renting a property doesn’t automatically prevent tenants from setting off fireworks or hosting Bonfire Night celebrations, but tenancy agreements may contain restrictions relating to fireworks, bonfires or activities that cause a nuisance to neighbours.

It says where the agreement is unclear, tenants should speak to their landlord or managing agent before making arrangements.

Fireworks generally cannot be set off between 11pm and 7am in England and Wales, although the cutoff extends to midnight on Bonfire Night itself – tomorrow, November 5. 

They must not be set off in streets or other public places, and private gardens must provide sufficient space to meet the relevant safety distances.

For tenants living in apartment blocks, shared accommodation or managed developments, there may also be building-specific restrictions governing communal gardens and shared outdoor spaces. Celebrations in these settings can affect a much larger number of households, making consideration for neighbours particularly important.

Tenants may also be responsible for damage caused by themselves or their guests. However, any deductions from a tenancy deposit must be supported by evidence, reflect reasonable repair costs and account for fair wear and tear.

A Rushbrook spokesperson says: “Even a small bonfire or a few fireworks can cause expensive damage if things don’t go to plan.

“For those living in shared accommodation, apartment blocks or managed developments, there’s an added consideration. It’s not just your own household or immediate neighbours who could be affected, but potentially dozens of other residents. Communal gardens and shared outdoor spaces may also be subject to stricter rules, so it’s always worth checking what’s permitted before making plans.”