Landlord Compliance: Everything You Are Legally Required to Do
Landlords in England face a growing list of legal obligations — from energy performance certificates to electrical safety reports. Non-compliance can result in heavy fines, criminal prosecution, and the inability to evict. Our in-house solicitor keeps Chester landlords fully compliant.
Your legal obligations, explained clearly.
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
Minimum EPC EAn EPC rates the energy efficiency of a property from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). Since April 2020, all privately rented properties must have a minimum EPC rating of E. Letting a property with an F or G rating is illegal and can result in a fine of up to £5,000.
Key Requirements
- Valid for 10 years from the date of assessment
- Must be provided to prospective tenants before viewing
- Minimum rating of E required — F and G ratings are illegal to let
- Government proposals to raise minimum to C by 2028 (watch this space)
- Exemptions available in limited circumstances — register with PRS Exemptions Register
Penalty for Non-Compliance
Up to £5,000 fine for letting a sub-standard property
Is your property fully compliant? Check the list.
Valid EPC (minimum E rating)
Energy
Annual gas safety certificate (CP12)
Gas
EICR within last 5 years
Electrical
Smoke alarm on every floor
Fire Safety
Carbon monoxide alarm where required
Fire Safety
Deposit protected within 30 days
Deposit
Prescribed Information served
Deposit
How to Rent guide provided
Documentation
Tenancy agreement signed
Documentation
Legionella risk assessment completed
Health & Safety
Right to Rent checks carried out
Immigration
HMO licence (if applicable)
Licensing
Not sure if you're fully compliant? We can review your entire portfolio.
Book a Compliance ReviewFrequently asked questions
Common questions about landlord compliance obligations in England.
Stay compliant. Stay protected.
Our in-house solicitor can review your entire compliance position — EPC, gas safety, EICR, deposit protection, and more — and ensure you are fully protected before any issues arise.