New Landlord Database Confirmed: What Landlords Need to Know

The Government has confirmed that the new "Register your rental property" service will begin rolling out across England from 15 December 2026 as part of the implementation of the Renters' Rights Act. 

Under the new rules, landlords of properties let under assured or regulated tenancies will be required to register both themselves and their rental properties on a national landlord database. Registration will cost £65 per property per year and must be renewed annually.  

Landlords will be required to provide information about their rental properties, tenants, rent levels and compliance documentation, including EPCs, Gas Safety Certificates and EICRs. The database is intended to improve transparency within the private rented sector and support local authority enforcement activity.  

For properties located in the East of England, registration requirements are expected to commence from 15 January 2027, with registration required by 14 April 2027. 

A full regional timetable can be found here; Get ready: 'Register your rental property' service - Housing Hub 

Working with the Eastern Landlords Association 

As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting landlords, we work closely with the Eastern Landlords Association (ELA), one of the leading landlord associations in the region. 

The ELA provides practical guidance, training, legislative updates and compliance support covering all aspects of residential property ownership and letting. With significant changes being introduced through the Renters' Rights Act, landlord registration requirements and wider property regulation, membership is likely to become increasingly valuable for landlords who want to stay informed and compliant. 

For landlords looking for regular updates and property-specific guidance, the Eastern Landlords Association is well worth considering. 

Questions Still Awaiting Clarification 

Whilst the headline details have been announced, several important questions remain unanswered: 

Further Government guidance is expected ahead of the rollout, and the practical impact on many landlords will become clearer over the coming months.  

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Jordan Smith | Tax Manager in our Private Client, Trusts & Probate team | Norwich, Norfolk