Updated 9 September 2026
Renters' Rights Act readiness: 19 items
Grouped by what they attach to — the tenancy, the individual tenant, or the property itself. Each item names its source.
Tenancy (6 items)
Your current assured tenancy is in writing
https://www.gov.uk/private-renting-tenancy-agreementsAny deposit was protected within a Government-approved scheme within 30 days of receipt
https://www.gov.uk/tenancy-deposit-protectionThe deposit prescribed information was issued to the tenants within 30 days of receipt
https://www.gov.uk/tenancy-deposit-protection/information-landlords-must-give-tenantsYou are not holding any banned payments under the Tenant Fee Ban
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/tenant-fees-act-2019-guidanceA privacy notice has been sent to your tenants
https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/uk-gdpr-guidance-and-resources/individual-rights/right-to-be-informed/The current GOV.UK How to Rent guide has been issued to your tenants
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/how-to-rent
Per tenant (1 items)
You have proof that this occupant has 'right to rent' in the UK
https://www.gov.uk/check-tenant-right-to-rent-documents
Property (12 items)
The property has been inspected recently and is free of category one HHSRS hazards
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/housing-health-and-safety-rating-system-guidance-for-landlords-and-property-related-professionalsIf required a current valid Gas Safety Certificate is in place
https://www.hse.gov.uk/gas/landlords/index.htmThe property has a current valid Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/electrical-safety-standards-in-the-private-rented-sector-guidance-for-landlords-tenants-and-local-authoritiesIf required, the property has a current EPC rated E or above, or you have an exemption in place
https://www.gov.uk/buy-sell-your-home/energy-performance-certificatesSmoke alarms have been fitted on every floor and are in working order
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/smoke-and-carbon-monoxide-alarms-explanatory-booklet-for-landlordsCarbon monoxide alarms are fitted in every room with a fuel-burning source and are in working order
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/smoke-and-carbon-monoxide-alarms-explanatory-booklet-for-landlordsYou have suitable tradespeople in place to respond to repair requests quickly
https://www.nrla.org.uk/resources/managing-a-tenancy/repairs-and-maintenanceA legionella risk assessment has been performed in the last two years
https://www.hse.gov.uk/legionnaires/legionella-landlords-responsibilities.htmA fire risk assessment has been performed recently
https://www.gov.uk/workplace-fire-safety-your-responsibilitiesIf the property requires an HMO Licence it has been applied for/issued
https://www.gov.uk/house-in-multiple-occupation-licenceIf the property requires a Selective Licence it has been applied for/issued
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/selective-licensing-in-the-private-rented-sector-a-guide-for-local-authoritiesYou are registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/data-protection-fee/
Guidance on published rules, not legal advice. Work through it interactively if you would rather tick items off.
Scored against your actual records, per property.
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