How to Ensure Your Property is Legally Compliant in the UK
Landlord Legal Requirements
Letting a property comes with legal responsibilities, and failing to comply can result in fines or legal action. Here’s what every landlord needs to know.
1. Essential Safety Certificates
✔ EICR (Electrical Installation Condition Report) – Required every 5 years
✔ Gas Safety Certificate – Mandatory yearly check
✔ EPC (Energy Performance Certificate)
✔ Emergency Lighting Certification - Required annually if installed
✔ PAT (Portable Appliance Testing) - Required annually if you provide any portable appliances (essentially anything with a plug top on)
And there’s even more if your property is an HMO (House of Multiple Occupation). Some local councils will have more in depth requirements.
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2. Deposit Protection Compliance
✔ Deposits must be protected in a government-approved scheme (TDS, DPS, or MyDeposits)
✔ Tenants must receive prescribed information within 30 days
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3. Right to Rent & Tenant Documentation
✔ ID checks are legally required before tenancy agreements are signed
✔ Landlords must keep up-to-date records to prove compliance
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