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Legislation · 9 September 2026 · England

National landlord registration service launches December 2026

All landlords in England must register properties on a new national service rolling out region by region from 15 December 2026, starting in West Midlands. Three-month signup window per region; all must register by 14 November 2027. Non-compliance risks a fine. HMRC Valuation Office to handle rent increase challenges.

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Summarised from the official record linked above; figures are as the source states them. Added 9 September 2026.

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What this means for a landlord in England

Rent can be increased once a year by a Section 13 notice; the tenant can refer it to the tribunal. Read the guide →

The Private Rented Sector Database is not yet a legal duty; registration opens region by region from 15 December 2026. Read the guide →

Every adult occupier must be checked before the tenancy starts, with follow-up checks where permission is time-limited. Read the guide →

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