Letting a property comes with a number of legal obligations designed to protect you and your tenants. At Sable & Stone, we guide you through every requirement to ensure your property is fully compliant before and during a tenancy.
If your property has gas appliances, you must provide a valid Gas Safety Certificate, renewed annually. A copy must be given to tenants at the start of the tenancy and kept on file.
Landlords must have a certified Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) carried out at least every 5 years. Any remedial work must be completed promptly and evidence retained.
An EPC is legally required for all rental properties and must be rated E or above (unless exempt). It is valid for 10 years and must be available before marketing begins.
You must ensure:
Landlords are legally required to check that every adult tenant has the right to rent in the UK. This includes verifying official documents and keeping secure evidence of checks.
If you take a deposit, it must be protected in an approved Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDS) within 30 days of receipt. Tenants must receive prescribed information confirming where and how their deposit is held.
You must provide tenants with the latest version of the Government's "How to Rent" guide at the start of the tenancy. This must be given in digital or printed form.
Landlords must assess the property for legionella risk and ensure water systems are safe. A formal certificate isn't always required, but evidence of assessment and ongoing management is essential.
If applicable, landlords must:
Some areas require selective landlord licences. We check local council rules and ensure all necessary licences are obtained before tenancy.
Landlords must keep:
These are legal responsibilities under the Landlord and Tenant Act and the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act.
As a landlord, you must handle tenant information securely and in accordance with data protection legislation, especially if self-managing.
At Sable & Stone, we handle the entire compliance process for you — from organising safety certificates to managing legal documents and renewals. We make sure your property meets every requirement so you can let with peace of mind.