What should landlords prepare under the Renters’ Rights Act?
Keep Gas Safety, EICR and EPC files current and findable. Know how you will evidence compliance quickly if a dispute, complaint or possession process requires it. Do not rely on an agent’s inbox as your only copy.
Follow official guidance as provisions come into force. This page is practical orientation, not legal advice — for case-specific decisions, speak to a qualified adviser.
Why do certificates still sit at the centre of compliance?
Possession and enforcement landscapes change; safety duties do not disappear. Landlords who can prove in-date certificates are simply better placed than landlords who cannot.
Use a tracker and reminders so reform headlines do not distract you from the annual gas check that is still due next month.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Renters’ Rights Act remove gas safety duties?
No. Gas safety, electrical safety and energy performance duties remain core landlord obligations.
What is the best compliance step I can take this week?
Verify the next due dates for Gas Safety, EICR and EPC on every property you let, and book anything due within 90 days.