Check your landlord compliance status

Are your rental property certificates up to date? This tool helps landlords and property managers identify which safety checks and certificates are required, what's due soon, and what legal obligations you must meet.

How it works

1. Tell us about your property - type, location, and current letting arrangements
2. Review your certificates - enter dates for existing safety checks and certificates
3. Get your compliance report - see what's compliant, what needs attention, and what's legally required

What you'll learn

After completing the checker, you'll receive:

• A clear breakdown of which certificates and checks are legally required for your property
• Identification of any overdue or upcoming renewals
• Distinction between legal requirements and best practice recommendations
• Specific guidance for England vs Wales where regulations differ
• Timeline of when each certificate or check needs renewing
• Priority actions ranked by legal urgency

What we'll check

The compliance checker covers all key landlord obligations:

Essential safety certificates

• Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) - Required every 5 years (England) or before each new tenancy (Wales)
• Gas Safety Certificate - Annual requirement if gas appliances present
• Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) - Valid for 10 years, minimum rating E required
• Legionella Risk Assessment - Required for all rental properties with water systems
• Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) - Best practice for landlord-supplied electrical items

Property-specific requirements

For Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs):

• Fire Risk Assessment - Required for all HMOs
• Additional fire safety measures (fire doors, extinguishers, emergency lighting)
• HMO licensing (mandatory or additional licensing depending on local authority)

For properties built before 2000:

• Asbestos awareness and potential asbestos survey requirements

Tenancy requirements

• Smoke alarms - On every storey with a habitable room
• Carbon monoxide alarms - In rooms with solid fuel appliances (England), in high-risk rooms (Wales)
• Deposit protection - Registration within 30 days of receiving deposit
• Right to Rent checks - Required for all new tenancies in England
• How to Rent guide - Must be provided to tenants (England only)

Property types covered

This checker supports:

• Single-let properties - Houses and flats let to one household
• Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) - Properties with 3+ tenants from 2+ households
• Commercial residential lettings - Student accommodation, serviced accommodation
• Mixed-use properties - Buildings with commercial and residential use

England vs Wales differences

We'll automatically adjust your compliance requirements based on location:

England-specific:

• EICR required every 5 years
• Smoke alarms on each storey
• CO alarms only in rooms with solid fuel appliances
• "How to Rent" guide required
• Right to Rent checks mandatory

Wales-specific:

• EICR required at start of each tenancy and every 5 years
• Smoke alarms on each storey (stricter installation standards)
• CO alarms in any room with fixed combustion appliance or flue
• Landlord registration with Rent Smart Wales mandatory
• Different deposit protection scheme rules

Before you start

For the most accurate results, gather:

• Your property address and postcode
• Property type (house, flat, HMO, etc.)
• Number of storeys and whether it's purpose-built or converted
• Last inspection dates for any existing certificates
• Details of gas appliances, electrical items, and heating systems
• Current tenancy status and start date
• Whether the property is in England or Wales

Legal context

Landlords have statutory obligations under multiple pieces of legislation:

• Housing Act 2004 (Housing Health and Safety Rating System)
• Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998
• Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020
• Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (England) Regulations 2015 (amended 2022)
• The Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 (from December 2022)
• Energy Efficiency (Private Rented Property) Regulations 2015

Failure to comply can result in:

• Fines up to £30,000 for certain offences
• Prohibition orders preventing letting
• Rent repayment orders
• Criminal prosecution in serious cases
• Inability to serve Section 21 eviction notices
• Insurance invalidation

Start the compliance checker

After the checker

Your personalized compliance report will include:

• Red flag items - Overdue legal requirements needing immediate action
• Amber alerts - Certificates or checks due within 3 months
• Green status - Compliant items with renewal dates
• Best practice recommendations - Optional but recommended safety measures
• Action checklist - Prioritized list of next steps
• Contractor guidance - What to ask when booking inspections

You can download your report as a PDF for your records and share with property managers or letting agents.

Frequently asked questions

How often do I need to update my compliance?

Different certificates have different renewal periods:

• Gas Safety: Annually
• EICR: Every 5 years (or at each tenancy in Wales)
• EPC: Every 10 years
• Legionella assessment: Review every 2 years or when circumstances change
• Fire Risk Assessment (HMOs): Review annually

What if I've just purchased a rental property?

You should obtain copies of all existing certificates from the previous owner. If any are missing or expired, arrange inspections before the property is let. Some certificates can take 2-3 weeks to arrange, so plan ahead.

Do I need all these certificates if my property has been let for years?

Yes. Many requirements have been introduced or tightened in recent years. EICRs became mandatory in England in June 2020, and Wales introduced enhanced requirements in December 2022. Existing tenancies are not exempt.

What about short-term lets and holiday rentals?

Many safety requirements still apply to short-term and holiday lets, though some tenancy-specific rules (like deposit protection) may not. The same gas, electrical, and fire safety standards are expected. Check your local authority's specific requirements for short-term letting.

I have multiple properties - do I need to complete this for each one?

Yes, each property has its own compliance requirements and certificate dates. However, you can reuse information (like contractor details) and identify common patterns across your portfolio.

Related guidance

After checking your compliance, explore these related resources:

• Gas Safety for Landlords - Detailed guidance on CP12 certificates
• EICR Requirements Explained - What electrical inspections cover
• HMO Licensing Guide - Understanding mandatory and additional licensing
• Fire Safety in HMOs - Fire risk assessment requirements
• Legionella for Landlords - Water safety management