The Complete London Landlord Compliance Checklist (2025/26)
73 legal requirements you must get right - or face fines, lawsuits, and tenant rent withholding. Use this interactive checklist to identify your compliance gaps and risk exposure.
⚠️ Warning: Missing even ONE item can cost £3,000-£40,000 in fines, lawsuits, or denied insurance claims.
Most landlords discover 5-10 gaps when they complete this checklist.
⏰ Renters' Rights Act 2025 is now law. Section 21 abolished from 1 May 2026. New standards enforced.
Councils are actively checking compliance. Don't wait for the fine.
Check off what you have in place
As you check items, we'll calculate your compliance status and maximum risk exposure from any gaps.
Compliance Status
0 / 76
0% compliant
Compliance Gaps
76
items missing
Typical Risk Exposure
£365k
realistic total
Single Item Max Risk
£30k
worst case
⚠️ 76 compliance gaps identified.
Typical exposure: £365k. Click items below to see consequences.
Pre-Tenancy Compliance
Before you can legally let your property
Typical risk: £12k · Max: £45k
Deposit & Money Protection
One mistake = £3,000-£18,000 tenant lawsuit
Typical risk: £12k · Max: £18k
Legal Documentation & Right to Rent
Missing paperwork weakens every court case you ever bring
Typical risk: £4k · Max: £8k
Ongoing Compliance (During Tenancy)
Forget ANY renewal = insurance voided + fines
Typical risk: £8k · Max: £17k
Eviction & Legal Compliance
One procedural error = 6-month delay + £5,000 legal costs
Typical risk: £5k · Max: £10k
⚙️ Risk Assessment Methodology
Risks shown represent documented worst-case scenarios based on actual UK court cases (2015-2025), insurance policy terms, and government legislation. "Typical" figures show realistic exposure from compliance failures. "Max" figures show highest documented penalties. Your actual risk depends on circumstances. These figures show what CAN happen, not what WILL happen to every landlord.
Sources: Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, Housing Act 2004, Immigration Act 2014, Electrical Safety Standards Regulations 2020. Full citations available on request.
Feeling Overwhelmed? You're Not Alone.
Most DIY landlords have multiple compliance gaps they don't know about. A single compliance error can cost thousands in fines, lawsuits, or denied insurance claims.
Tracking 73 compliance items across multiple properties, with renewals ranging from annual to 10-year cycles, is unrealistic for anyone without a dedicated team and professional systems.
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Compliance questions we hear every day
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What happens if I'm not compliant and a tenant complains?
If a tenant reports you to the local council, they can issue improvement notices, civil penalties of up to £30,000 per offence, or in serious cases prosecute through the magistrates' court (unlimited fine). Tenants can also apply for a Rent Repayment Order to reclaim up to 12 months' rent. Under the Renters' Rights Act, tenants gain additional protections that make enforcement easier.
How often do gas safety certificates need renewing?
Every 12 months. A Gas Safe registered engineer must inspect all gas appliances, flues and pipework in the property. You must provide a copy of the record to existing tenants within 28 days of the check and to new tenants before they move in. Failure to comply is a criminal offence.
Is an EICR legally required?
Yes. Since 1 April 2021, all privately rented properties in England must have a valid Electrical Installation Condition Report. The EICR must be renewed at least every 5 years or sooner if the report recommends it. Any 'Code 1' or 'Code 2' faults must be investigated and remedied within 28 days.
What is the Renters' Rights Act 2025 and how does it affect me?
The Renters' Rights Act abolishes Section 21 'no-fault' evictions from 1 May 2026, introduces a new Decent Homes Standard for the private rented sector, creates a national landlord register, and gives tenants the right to request a pet. Landlords must now rely on Section 8 grounds (e.g. rent arrears, property sale) to regain possession, making compliance and good documentation more important than ever.
Do I need a licence to rent out my property?
It depends on your local authority and property type. Mandatory HMO licensing applies to properties with 5+ occupants forming 2+ households. Many London boroughs also have additional or selective licensing schemes. Check with your council or ask us — we'll confirm whether your property needs a licence and handle the application if it does.
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