When and where the mandatory rental database will roll out
Summary
The UK government plans a regional rollout of a new Private Rented Sector database in England from late 2026, requiring landlords of assured or regulated tenancies to register themselves and each property. The service will collect tenancy, property, and compliance information, including gas and electrical safety certificates and EPC data, with annual renewal fees and penalties for non-registration.
Why it matters
This is relevant to residential property surveyors because the database will rely on accurate property and compliance information, including energy performance and safety documentation. It also signals a wider compliance framework that may affect landlord instructions, letting agent workflows, and the evidence surveyors are asked to review or reference.
Key points
- PRS Database rollout in England begins region by region from late 2026.
- Landlords must register themselves and each rental property annually at a cost of £65 per property.
- Required data includes property details, tenancy information, rental details, gas and electrical safety certificates, and EPC data.
- Non-registration may lead to financial penalties.
- Propertymark says letting agents will be important in supporting landlords, but clearer guidance is needed on their role.
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