Renting out residential property in London requires compliance with over 170 pieces of legislation. Failing to adhere to safety standards can result in severe financial penalties, banning orders, or invalid section 21 notices.
Every landlord must ensure annual Gas Safety checks (CP12 certificate) by a Gas Safe registered engineer, Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR) every five years, and smoke alarms installed on every storey of the accommodation with carbon monoxide alarms in any room with a fixed combustion appliance.
Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) must meet the minimum required rating of E or higher, with proposed future targets encouraging higher energy efficiency across private rental properties. Tenancy deposits must be registered within 30 days in a government-approved scheme, and prescribed information served alongside the government How to Rent guide.
Working with a certified Propertymark and CMP-protected managing agent guarantees your tenancy documentation, safety renewals, and council licensing remain compliant throughout the tenancy lifecycle.