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The 2026 Landlord Compliance Checklist in South Lincolnshire
47 checks across licensing, the Renters' Rights Act, safety certificates, fire safety, HMO standards, insurance and tax, written for landlords in Spalding, Holbeach, Long Sutton, Sutton Bridge, Boston and Bourne. Tick what you can prove today, count your gaps, and know exactly where you stand before the council does.
- Names South Holland, Boston Borough and South Kesteven requirements
- Covers single lets, flats and HMOs
- Includes a "how many gaps" score so you know how urgent it is
Areas We Cover
We let and manage property right across South Lincolnshire. Find your local area:
RENTERS' RIGHTS ACT 2025 — WHAT IT MEANS FOR LANDLORDS
The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 is one of the most significant reforms to the private rented sector in a generation. Phase 1 came into force on 1 May 2026. As your letting agent, we are fully across all the changes and will ensure your properties remain compliant at every stage.
Fixed-Term Tenancies — Abolished
All new and existing Assured Shorthold Tenancies have converted to Assured Periodic Tenancies — rolling contracts with no fixed end date. Tenants give two months' notice to leave; landlords must use the reformed possession grounds to regain a property.
Section 21 No-Fault Evictions — Banned
You can no longer use a Section 21 notice to evict a tenant without reason. Possession must be sought through the reformed Section 8 grounds, which cover situations such as rent arrears, anti-social behaviour, or genuine intention to sell or move in.
Rent Increases — Once Per Year Only
Rent can only be increased once every 12 months, and only by serving a valid Section 13 notice. You cannot increase rent mid-tenancy by any other means.
Advance Rent — Capped at One Month
You cannot request or accept more than one month's rent in advance from a tenant at the start of a tenancy.
Pets — Must Be Considered Fairly
Tenants now have a legal right to request a pet. You must respond within 28 days and can only refuse on reasonable grounds — a blanket no-pets policy is no longer permitted. You may require tenants to hold pet insurance to cover potential damage.
No DSS / No Children — Now Unlawful
You cannot refuse a tenant application solely because they receive housing benefit or have children. All applicants must be assessed on their individual circumstances.
Rental Bidding Wars — Banned
All advertised rental prices must be a fixed asking price. You cannot accept or encourage offers above the listed rent.
Download the Official Information Sheet from GOV.UK
Coming in Later Phases
- Late 2026 — A national Database of Private Rented Sector properties will be introduced, requiring landlord registration
- 2027/2028 — A mandatory Landlord Ombudsman scheme for dispute resolution
- 2035 (est.) — Decent Homes Standard extended to the private rented sector
