The 2026 landlord compliance checklist — fines up to £30,000
Get the legal basics wrong and you face fines up to £30,000 and can't evict. This interactive checklist tracks every duty, updated for the Renters' Rights Act.
Landlord compliance is a moving target — and getting it wrong is expensive. This checklist covers every core legal duty in England: Right to Rent, protecting the deposit within 30 days, gas safety, EICR, EPC, smoke and CO alarms, licensing and more, each with its deadline and penalty.
It's updated for the Renters' Rights Act 2025: Section 21 no-fault evictions ended on 1 May 2026, the How to Rent guide was replaced by the government's information sheet, and a PRS Database and landlord redress scheme are rolling out.
Tick items off and a progress bar tracks how compliant you are; your progress is saved on your device and you can print the list for your records.
Who it's for: every private landlord in England who wants to sleep at night — verify current rules on GOV.UK, as they change fast.
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This tool is part of the Property Clues UK Landlord Toolkit — nine interactive tools plus a live UK investment map, built for the 2027 tax changes. Pay once, use in your browser.
See pricing & get access →Educational guidance only — not financial, tax or legal advice. Tax and property rules change; always verify current figures on GOV.UK and take professional advice before acting. © 2026 Property Clues.