Government issues landlord responsibilities for mandatory database
Summary
The government has published guidance for landlords on the information required for the new mandatory Private Rental Sector Database. Rollout begins in two months, with landlords required to pay a £65 per-property registration fee and provide further details within 28 days or risk deactivation of their property registration.
Why it matters
This is relevant to surveyors involved in residential lettings, compliance, and landlord advisory work because it introduces a new statutory registration process affecting rented properties. Surveyors may need to help clients understand registration obligations, timing, and the consequences of non-compliance.
Key points
- Mandatory Private Rental Sector Database rollout starts in two months
- Landlords must pay a £65 per property registration fee
- Outstanding information must be submitted within 28 days
- Failure to comply may lead to deactivation of the property registration
- An active property registration will be required for rented properties
Organisations:
government
Regulations:
Private Rental Sector Database
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