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As part of the Renters’ Rights Act, the Government has announced plans to begin rolling out the Private Rented Sector Database for landlords and privately rented properties. The service, called “Register your rental property” will be rolled out across England on a region-by-region basis from 15 December 2026.
The database will be used to help monitor standards across the Private Rented Sector, creating a central record of private landlords, their rental properties, and key compliance information. All landlords letting a property on an assured periodic tenancy (previously assured shorthold tenancy) will need to register on the database.
Although it is not yet clear exactly what information will be available, the aim is to provide tenants with greater transparency, helping them make informed decisions when renting a property. Local authorities will also have access to the information to aid enforcement.
What Information Will Landlords Need to Register a Rental Property?
Landlords will need to provide their name, address, and contact details, alongside information about the property itself. This will include details such as the type of ownership, freeholder and any superior landlord (if applicable), number of bedrooms, number of people occupying the property, rental amount and frequency.
In addition, landlords will be required to provide details of relevant safety and compliance documentation, such as the gas safety certificate, Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR), and Energy Performance Certificate (EPC).
We would encourage landlords to review their rental property and tenancy arrangements, ensuring that all necessary documentation is in place and compliant with current requirements.
Landlords will need an active Landlord Registration Number and a Property Registration Number for each property they let. It is anticipated that in future, a property will not be able to be advertised or marketed to let without a registration number.
How Much Will Landlord Registration Cost?
Registration will cost landlords £65 per year, per property, with renewals required on an annual basis.
What Are the Penalties for Failing to Register?
It will be important for landlords to ensure both they and their properties are registered within the required timeframe. Local authorities will have powers to impose a financial penalty of up to £7,000 for failing to comply with the database requirements, with penalties of up to £40,000 in more serious cases.
Landlord Support and Compliance Advice from Stags
With the introduction of the database, alongside the wider changes brought about by Renters’ Rights Act, the responsibilities of being a landlord continue to increase. Having an experienced managing agent can provide invaluable support in navigating these changes, helping to ensure that both you and your property remain fully compliant.
For more information about the landlord database, or any aspect of residential letting, contact your local Stags office today.
