Landlords must register properties under new Renters Rights Act

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 30 Oct, 15:18 · Archive

Landlords in England will be required to register themselves and their properties under new government rules introduced through the Renters Rights Act. The scheme aims to improve transparency and enforcement across the private rented sector and help tenants check whether landlords are properly registered and compliant with regulations.

The registration requirement applies to landlords renting out properties in England with assured or regulated tenancies. Assured tenancies are those where the landlord does not live in the property, it serves as the tenant's main home, and the tenant has exclusive use of at least one room. Regulated tenancies are those granted before 15 January 1989. Registration will be carried out through the government website and must include the property address, number of bedrooms, and contact details for the landlord, managing agents or freeholders. Landlords must also supply supporting documentation, including gas and electricity safety certificates, energy performance certificates, and any relevant licences such as HMO licences.

The service will launch regionally, starting with the West Midlands between 15 December 2026 and 14 March 2027, with the South West opening for registration between 15 August and 14 November 2027. Landlords will have up to 28 days from registration to provide all required information. Failure to do so may result in deactivation of the registration and potential breach of legal requirements if the property remains tenanted. The annual registration fee is £65 per property.

How it is being reported

• Government announces major change for renters and landlords from end of 2026Under the new Renters Rights Act, landlords will need to register themselves and their properties to promote transparencyWorcester News · 30 Oct, 14:41
• Government announces major change for renters and landlords from end of 2026Under the new Renters Rights Act, landlords will need to register themselves and their properties to promote transparencyMalvern Gazette · 30 Oct, 14:41

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